Demyelination and Myelin Disorders
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Demyelination and Myelin Disorders conditions
Acute Disseminated Encephalomyelitis (ADEM)Acute Disseminated Encephalomyelitis (ADEM) is a monophasic autoimmune demyelinating disorder often triggered by infection or vaccination, causing rapid neurological decline.AdrenoleukodystrophyAdrenoleukodystrophy is a genetic disorder causing accumulation of very long chain fatty acids, leading to progressive demyelination and adrenal insufficiency.Multiple SclerosisMultiple sclerosis is a chronic autoimmune demyelinating disease of the CNS characterized by episodic neurological deficits and oligoclonal bands in CSF.Osmotic Demyelination SyndromeOsmotic Demyelination Syndrome is a neurological disorder caused by rapid correction of hyponatremia leading to central pontine myelinolysis and severe symptoms.Subacute Combined DegenerationSubacute Combined Degeneration is a neurological disorder caused by vitamin B12 deficiency leading to demyelination of the dorsal and lateral spinal cord columns.