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My partner had an electric shock a year ago and still has a shock-like feeling and pain. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, My partner got an electric shock to his right arm a year ago. Ever since then, he has felt like he is constantly shocked, and he has been unable to move his arm properly. He is on 750 mg of Lyrica a day to control the shock-like feeling and pain. However, the hand movement has not retu... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Cases of motor neuron disease are seen after electric shocks. Most likely, your partner is experiencing wasting of muscles due to motor neuron disease post the electric shock. A motor neuron (or motoneuron) is a nerve cell, which directly or indirectly controls the effec... Read Full »
How to improve life with paralysis post-transverse myelitis?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 28 year old male. I am suffering from transverse myelitis from the last one year. My total body was paralyzed. Now, some hand movements are possible. I eat by myself. But, I cannot stand and cannot get up from the bed. Please give me some suggestions to lead a better life. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Transverse myelitis is a slowly recovering condition. I suggest the below treatment plan: Please make sure that you are taking daily physiotherapy regularly at least thrice a day. Also, bladder training is required. The daily protein intake should be high. Do not l... Read Full »
Even after doing colostomy, I had some rectal leakage. Should I be concerned?
Query: Hi doctor,Before three years, I had a colostomy. After that, I never had any problems. Last week, some feces leaked out of my rectum. I did not think much of it as I know that sometimes there could be a mucus discharge, although I never had it. Last night it happened again, but it was more and had a... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. 1. First of all, I would like to know the exact reason for making the colostomy. I am assuming it was because of transverse myelitis. Still if possible kindly mention the exact type of colostomy done. It would be documented in your hospital records. Else send a good ... Read Full »
I got transverse myelitis two years back, and my muscles are still weak. Why so?
Query: Hi doctor, I got hit by transverse myelitis two years ago; I lost total muscle strength and bladder control, and my entire body felt numb, but now I can say I have recovered 75 %. I can walk, 75 % bladder control is back, I gain muscle strength when I exercise, numbness gone in my hands but not in m... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern. The recovery is hard in such cases. I suggest taking alpha lipoic acid and carnitine supplements to help reinforce your muscles and nerves. If your muscle gets contracted (stiffness), Baclofen and physical therapy can help. I hope you find... Read Full »