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Subacute combined degeneration of the spinal cord

Subacute combined degeneration of the spinal cord: Introduction

Gradual degeneration of the spinal cord. The degeneration involves the damage to the insulating myelin layer that surrounds nerve fibers such as the spinal cord. This in turn and affects their functioning. Symptoms of the condition include weakness, abnormal sensations and vision and mental problems. The condition can be caused by Vitamin B12 or folate deficiency, pernicious anemia, poor diet, alcoholism and malabsorption syndromes. Early treatment is necessary in order to prevent permanent impairment. ...more »

Symptoms of Subacute combined degeneration of the spinal cord

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Causes of Subacute combined degeneration of the spinal cord

• Vitamin B12 deficiency
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Misdiagnosis and Subacute combined degeneration of the spinal cord

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