Common "Myelopathy" queries answered by top doctors | iCliniq
iCliniq / Answers / Radiology / Myelopathy

Myelopathy

Injury to the spinal cord due to severe compression is called myelopathy. Spinal injuries, congenital stenosis, disc herniation, rheumatoid arthritis, spinal tumors, etc., can result in myelopathy. Symptoms include pain in the neck, arm, leg, back, walking problems, balancing issues, and urinary or bowel control loss.

Recently Answered Questions Recently Answered Questions

All the answers published in this website are written by verified medical doctors, therapists and health experts. The Content has been moderated by iCliniq medical review team before publication. Post your medical clarifications on iCliniq by choosing the right specialty and get them answered. Your medical queries will be answered 24/7 by top doctors from iCliniq.

Is there any cure for my myelopathy due to Hashimoto's disease?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 59-year-old female who was diagnosed five years back with the rare I have not had an magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan or seen by a neurologist for a follow-up. Since I was diagnosed, I have not been given a prognosis of myelopathy associated with Hashimoto’s. I was paraly...  Read Full »

Dr. Shivam Om Mittal

Dr. Shivam Om Mittal

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I am sorry to hear about your illness. You are likely suffering from Hashimoto's myelopathy based on your description. It is rare condition and only a handful of cases have been described worldwide. It is known to be very steroid responsive and there should be a remarkab...  Read Full »

ask-doctor-img Ask a Doctor Online

* Your first query consult is free!

Search for a Health Issue



Disclaimer: No content published on this website is intended to be a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, advice or treatment by a trained physician. Seek advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare providers with questions you may have regarding your symptoms and medical condition for a complete medical diagnosis. Do not delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice because of something you have read on this website. Read our Editorial Process to know how we create content for health articles and queries.