Can transverse myelitis be cured with cord blood?

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I'm currently pregnant and my 17 year old brother has transverse myelitis, I was wondering if I can use the cord blood, to help him with his transverse myelitis. I know it has to do with stem cell research, please help
I am honestly not sure. Cord blood is most commonly used in lieu of bone marrow in bone marrow transplants, but there are many things it is being used for, especially in clinical trials. I suggest you have him ask his doctor if there are any trials going on with cord blood, and the likelihood that he could get into the trials.

Also remember that for him to use it, he would have to be a match, and your child is his neice. Cord blood doesnt have to be matched near as close as other things, but it does still have to be matched.  (+ info)

What is the difference between transverse myelitis and Multiple Sclerosis?

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what is the different between Transverse myelitis and Multiple Sclerosis?

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the symptoms and the cause seem the same
This article will help explain.  (+ info)

What treatments are available for inverted myelitis?

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I am assuming you are refering to Transverse myelitis:

As with many disorders of the spinal cord, no effective cure currently exists for people with transverse myelitis. Treatments are designed to manage and alleviate symptoms and largely depend upon the severity of neurological involvement. Therapy generally begins when the patient first experiences symptoms. Physicians often prescribe corticosteroid therapy during the first few weeks of illness to decrease inflammation. Although no clinical trials have investigated whether corticosteroids alter the course of transverse myelitis, these drugs often are prescribed to reduce immune system activity because of the suspected autoimmune mechanisms involved in the disorder. Corticosteroid medications that might be prescribed may include methylprednisone or dexamethasone. General analgesia will likely be prescribed for any pain the patient may have. And bedrest is often recommended during the initial days and weeks after onset of the disorder.

Following initial therapy, the most critical part of the treatment for this disorder consists of keeping the patient’s body functioning while hoping for either complete or partial spontaneous recovery of the nervous system. This may sometimes require placing the patient on a respirator. Patients with acute symptoms, such as paralysis, are most often treated in a hospital or in a rehabilitation facility where a specialized medical team can prevent or treat problems that afflict paralyzed patients. Often, even before recovery begins, caregivers may be instructed to move patients’ limbs manually to help keep the muscles flexible and strong, and to reduce the likelihood of pressure sores developing in immobilized areas. Later, if patients begin to recover limb control, physical therapy begins to help improve muscle strength, coordination, and range of motion.

Hope this is of some help for you....  (+ info)

I have myelitis n i'm 39. Is there any singaporen with myelitis. I would really like to talk to u.?

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I would like to know, what treatment r u having? Do you plan to take treatment in us or uk? Really hope to meet up and get to know more and what can we do next. tks regards cin
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What causes equine protozoal myelitis?

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check out this site.  (+ info)

is there a new cure for spinal injury or transverse myelitis?

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There is better facilitating and rehabilitation coping aids and services ,if u speak about cure keep your eye on stem cell research  (+ info)

Which hospital in Europe will treat my best friend who has Ascending Myelitis with near paralysis of the limb?

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My friend complained of neck pains in January,this worsened and resulted in his loss of conciousness for 2months.He had been on intensive care since then.presently he is out of coma but cant talk well and has lost power on all his limbs.Can any one recommend a hospital in Europe that will be able to manage his case to aid him regain lost funtions?I will appreciate contacts and addresses of doctors/hospitals.
The Rayne Institute, St. Thomas' Hospital, London SE1 7EH, UK. E-mail: david.d'[email protected]  (+ info)

Is lupus with Transverse Myelitis deadly? please help im scared?

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for my friend, she's 19 and was diagnosed with lupus with Transverse Myelitis when she was 12. she's on meds and receiving treatments for it, but said she read after being diagnosed the average life span is only 10 to 11 years. is this true? how deadly is it? Cuz that would mean she's only got a few more years to live. please help :(
This is a very tricky illness to have. I hope your friend is receiving the proper care from the proper specialists.
I have had the illness since about the same age, they had informed me that I would not live past 35 and if I was luckey to pass that age I would be in a wheel chair.
I was devastated, I planned my funeral, bought a cemetery plot, made sure all my affairs were in order, then I was diagnosed with cancer, on my 30th birthday, the first of many to come.
I have had many flares in my time, many difficulties, but I have been fortunate to be able to over come the illness, it has many obstacles which can pop up at any given time.
I would help your friend as much as possible, alot of help and support from all of those around her. If she sits around and waits to die them mentally and physically she will.
I do not know how far along your friend is nor do I know what type of meds she is on or anything else but if she has the will to live and deal with each flare one step at a time this might help her.
If you need anything just let me know. I will keep you and your friend in my prayers.  (+ info)

what is the prognosis for transverse myelitis?

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Hi well the recovery period is normally between 2-12wks,but some times some off the symptoms may continue up to 2 years,but if there is no improvement at all in 3-6mths is very unlikely you will recover.Good Luck  (+ info)

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