AdhesiveEpiduralArachnoidOssificansIncrease the risk of arachnoiditisType of arachnoiditisCase of arachnoiditisTreatments for arachnoiditisIndividuals with arachnoiditisComplicationChronic pain and neurologicalSymptomsCorsiaceaeInflammation of the meningesSyringomyeliaSpineUnifloraFungal infectionsMeningesDiagnosisSevereNeurologicMagneticPostoperativeLumbarInjectionsProgressesPatientsSpinal nervesNervesDiseaseTreatmentImagingTypicallyNerve rootsPhilMobilityAffectsDiagnosePainDisorderCondition
Adhesive11
- The most severe type of arachnoiditis is adhesive arachnoiditis, with scar tissue compressing the nerve roots and ultimately disrupting both blood supply and flow of cerebrospinal fluid. (medscape.com)
- Adhesive arachnoiditis can progress to arachnoiditis ossificans, or ossification of the spinal arachnoid. (medscape.com)
- MRI is preferred for adhesive arachnoiditis because it can differentiate between benign meningeal calcification and ossification of arachnoid tissue. (medscape.com)
- Sagittal T1-weighted MRI of the lumbar spine in a patient with adhesive arachnoiditis who received epidural steroid injections. (medscape.com)
- Arachnoiditis ossificans is an uncommon end-stage appearance of chronic adhesive arachnoiditis. (ajnr.org)
- It can be a complication of obstetric epidurals, resulting in chronic adhesive arachnoiditis . (medjournal.com)
- In contrast to the more common benign causes of meningeal calcification, arachnoiditis ossificans results in replacement of portions of the spinal arachnoid by bone as an end-stage complication of adhesive arachnoiditis. (openneuroimagingjournal.com)
- Arachnoiditis ossificans is a rare entity characterized by ossification within the arachnoid as a result of end-stage adhesive arachnoiditis. (openneuroimagingjournal.com)
- The sad fact is that adhesive arachnoiditis remains a contentious diagnosis, which may reflect the medical profession's reluctance to acknowledge this largely iatrogenic condition. (naturalnewsblogs.com)
- and chronic adhesive arachnoiditis. (family-health-information.com)
- Postoperative spinal adhesive arachnoiditis presenting with hydrocephalus and cauda equina syndrome. (saintluc.be)
Epidural3
- Arachnoiditis following epidural blood patch-An avoidable rare complication due to blind technique: A response. (upenn.edu)
- Arachnoiditis, a complication of epidural blood patch for the treatment of low-pressure headache: A case report and systematic review. (upenn.edu)
- The investigation includes fungal meningitis (a form of meningitis that is not contagious), localized spinal or paraspinal infections, such as epidural abscess and arachnoiditis, and infections associated with injections in a peripheral joint space, such as a knee, shoulder, or ankle. (cdc.gov)
Arachnoid6
- Arachnoiditis occurs when the arachnoid is damaged. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- Arachnoiditis (say "uh-rak-noy-DY-tus") is inflammation of a membrane (called the arachnoid) that surrounds the spinal cord. (peacehealth.org)
- Arachnoiditis is an inflammation of the arachnoid, which surrounds the brain and spinal cord. (medjournal.com)
- Arachnoiditis describes a pain disorder caused by the inflammation of the arachnoid, one of the membranes that surround and protect the nerves of the spinal cord. (the-medical-dictionary.com)
- Arachnoiditis is a health condition that involves inflammation of the arachnoid membrane, which is one of three meninges (protective membranes) that surround and protect the brain and spinal cord. (painscale.com)
- Arachnoiditis can be caused by various factors that lead to inflammation and damage to the arachnoid membrane. (spineinfo.com)
Ossificans8
- For arachnoiditis ossificans, noncontrast enhanced CT has been reported to provide more sensitivity than MRI. (medscape.com)
- In cases of arachnoiditis ossificans, MRI shows irregular thickening and clumping of nerve roots of the cauda equina, and CT can show evidence of the mineral component. (medscape.com)
- Imaging features of arachnoiditis ossificans are characteristic and should be diagnosed to avoid unnecessary intervention and guide prognosis and management. (ajnr.org)
- Arachnoiditis ossificans is an important, likely under-recognized consideration in patients who present with back pain. (ajnr.org)
- Arachnoiditis ossificans is a rare cause of chronic, progressive myelopathy. (openneuroimagingjournal.com)
- We present a classic case of arachnoiditis ossificans in an elderly man who presented with progressive myelopathy and a recent fall, along with a review of the literature. (openneuroimagingjournal.com)
- The imaging in this case not only identified the characteristic findings of arachnoiditis ossificans but also identified secondary findings of the underlying causative etiology. (openneuroimagingjournal.com)
- Arachnoiditis ossificans is clinically and radiographically distinct from the far more common benign etiologies of meningeal calcification, as are seen with age-related degeneration and abnormalities in calcium metabolism. (openneuroimagingjournal.com)
Increase the risk of arachnoiditis1
- Multiple operations increase the risk of arachnoiditis, obviously. (naturalnewsblogs.com)
Type of arachnoiditis1
- Knowing the type of arachnoiditis a person has can aid in predicting symptoms. (medicalnewstoday.com)
Case of arachnoiditis1
- We present a case of arachnoiditis in an 89-year-old man who presented with long-standing myelopathy and a history of a recent fall, as well as a comprehensive literature review. (openneuroimagingjournal.com)
Treatments for arachnoiditis1
- Most treatments for arachnoiditis are focused on pain relief and the improvement of symptoms that impair daily function. (the-medical-dictionary.com)
Individuals with arachnoiditis3
- Physical therapy is a valuable treatment option for individuals with arachnoiditis. (painscale.com)
- Individuals with arachnoiditis may experience sensations of numbness, tingling, or "pins and needles" in the affected areas. (spineinfo.com)
- Some individuals with arachnoiditis may experience sexual dysfunction, including decreased libido, erectile dysfunction, or difficulties with sexual arousal or orgasm. (spineinfo.com)
Complication1
- Arachnoiditis is a complication present in some of the patients. (cdc.gov)
Chronic pain and neurological2
- Most often it is treated with medications focusing on relieving pain, since arachnoiditis typically results in chronic pain and neurological defects. (medjournal.com)
- For many, arachnoiditis is a disabling disease that causes chronic pain and neurological deficits. (the-medical-dictionary.com)
Symptoms9
- In this article, we look at the causes and types of arachnoiditis, as well as how to manage the pain and other symptoms. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- The symptoms of arachnoiditis vary from person to person and can change over time. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- A retrospective study of 28 patients with lumbar arachnoiditis found limited association between MRI findings and clinical findings, with the exception of confounding lumbar pathology (which was associated with symptom dynamics) and nerve root contour (which was associated with motor and sensory symptoms). (medscape.com)
- If arachnoiditis begins to interfere with the function of one or more of these nerves, it can cause a number of symptoms, including numbness, tingling, and a characteristic stinging and burning pain in the lower back or legs. (the-medical-dictionary.com)
- Arachnoiditis has no consistent pattern of symptoms, but it more frequently affects the nerves that supply the lower back and legs. (the-medical-dictionary.com)
- This article aims to provide a comprehensive overview of spinal arachnoiditis, including its causes, symptoms, and available treatment options. (spineinfo.com)
- What are the symptoms of arachnoiditis? (spineinfo.com)
- Arachnoiditis can present with a variety of symptoms that can vary in severity and progression. (spineinfo.com)
- The diagnosis of arachnoiditis is often based on your symptoms, physical examination findings, and your clinical history of potential triggering events. (spineinfo.com)
Corsiaceae1
- Arachnitis uniflora, the sole species in the genus Arachnitis, is a non-photosynthetic plant species in the family Corsiaceae. (wikipedia.org)
Inflammation of the meninges1
- Arachnoiditis is a broad term denoting inflammation of the meninges and subarachnoid space. (medscape.com)
Syringomyelia1
- Introduction: Post-traumatic syringomyelia typically occurs in the spinal curd adjacent to a region ol arachnoiditis. (the-medical-dictionary.com)
Spine3
- There are some reports of hereditary arachnoiditis, but most people with arachnoiditis develop the condition because of an injury to the spine. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- An MRI scan of the spine can help diagnose arachnoiditis. (peacehealth.org)
- Physical injury to the spine or spinal surgeries can result in arachnoiditis. (spineinfo.com)
Uniflora1
- Genetic diversity patterns of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi associated with the mycoheterotroph Arachnitis uniflora Phil. (wikipedia.org)
Fungal infections1
- Bacterial, viral, or fungal infections can trigger arachnoiditis. (spineinfo.com)
Meninges1
- A rare form of arachnoiditis, this is due to genetic defects in the meninges. (medicalnewstoday.com)
Diagnosis1
- Diagnosing arachnoiditis can be challenging as there is no single definitive test for its diagnosis. (spineinfo.com)
Severe1
- Persistent and often severe pain is a hallmark symptom of arachnoiditis. (spineinfo.com)
Neurologic1
- Headache was the most common grade ≤2 neurologic event and two patients developed grade ≤2 arachnoiditis. (nih.gov)
Magnetic3
- Because of its noninvasive nature, multiplanar capabilities, and superb soft-tissue characterization, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is the study of choice for the diagnostic evaluation of arachnoiditis. (medscape.com)
- The primary imaging modality used for diagnosing arachnoiditis is magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) . (spineinfo.com)
- The spinal magnetic resonance images of each showed extensive arachnoiditis and a cystic structure. (elsevierpure.com)
Postoperative1
- Postoperative anteroposterior (AP) myelogram reveals thickened, clumped nerve roots in arachnoiditis. (medscape.com)
Lumbar1
- Repeated spinal procedures, such as multiple spinal surgeries or multiple lumbar punctures (spinal taps), can increase the risk of developing arachnoiditis. (spineinfo.com)
Injections1
- Can injections cause Arachnoiditis? (northshore.org)
Progresses1
- Weakness in the legs or difficulty in walking can develop as arachnoiditis progresses. (spineinfo.com)
Patients1
- We report the clinical and MRI findings of two patients with familial spinal arachnoiditis. (elsevierpure.com)
Spinal nerves1
- Arachnoiditis is an inflammation of one of the tissues that form a protective barrier around our spinal nerves. (naturalnewsblogs.com)
Nerves2
- Arachnoiditis develops when the tissues that protect the brain, the nerves, and the spinal cord are damaged, usually by a traumatic injury. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- Arachnoiditis can disrupt the normal functioning of the nerves that control bladder and bowel function. (spineinfo.com)
Disease1
- In the early stages of the disease, some people with arachnoiditis mistakenly believe they have a muscle or joint injury. (medicalnewstoday.com)
Treatment5
- The cause of arachnoiditis may influence the type a person develops, as well as the outlook and treatment plan. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- The treatment of arachnoiditis is difficult and often unsuccessful. (medjournal.com)
- Treatment options for arachnoiditis are limited. (painscale.com)
- Surgery is not a recommended treatment for arachnoiditis because pain relief tends to be short-lived, and surgery can cause additional scar tissue or adhesions to form, worsening the condition. (painscale.com)
- However, it should be done under the supervision of a doctor who specializes in arachnoiditis and with a physical therapist who is trained in the treatment of the condition. (painscale.com)
Imaging1
- There is no standard test for arachnoiditis, but imaging tests may be used. (medicalnewstoday.com)
Typically1
- Arachnoiditis typically causes shooting, stinging or burning pain in the lower back or lower limbs. (painscale.com)
Nerve roots1
- Conditions that lead to prolonged compression or irritation of the spinal cord and nerve roots can contribute to the development of arachnoiditis. (spineinfo.com)
Phil1
- On the Biology, Biogeography, and Taxonomy of Arachnitis Phil. (wikipedia.org)
Mobility1
- Arachnoiditis can also affect a person's vision, sight, and mobility. (medicalnewstoday.com)
Affects1
- Spinal arachnoiditis is a rare but debilitating condition that affects the delicate membranes surrounding the spinal cord. (spineinfo.com)
Diagnose1
- Arachnoiditis is rare, so it may require many tests and take some time to diagnose. (medicalnewstoday.com)
Pain1
- Arachnoiditis is a chronic pain disorder and while there is no known cure at this time some quality of life may be redeemed through pain management routines. (the-medical-dictionary.com)
Disorder1
- Arachnoiditis is a progressive disorder , which means that it tends to get worse over time if not treated. (medicalnewstoday.com)
Condition1
- Arachnoiditis remains a difficult condition to treat, and long-term outcomes are unpredictable. (the-medical-dictionary.com)