Arachnoiditis is a condition characterised by inflammation of the arachnoid mater, which is one of the three membranes covering the brain and spinal cord, a doctor explains. The body has a way of indicating any kind of underlying health issue via signs and symptoms. It is, therefore, important to always be on the lookout for any kind of sensation or discomfort within the body.
In the case of arachnoiditis, for instance, there are many tell-tale signs. But, before that, let us understand what arachnoiditis really is. Dr Srinivas Botla, senior consultant neurosurgeon at Yashoda Hospitals Hyderabad explains that arachnoiditis is a condition that is characterised by inflammation of the arachnoid mater, which is one of the three membranes covering the brain and spinal cord.
It is the arachnoid membrane that produces and circulates cerebrospinal fluid that is used to nourish and protect the central nervous system. When there is inflammation, it can lead to the formation of 'scar tissue and adhesions', which can cause pain and neurological symptoms. Read on to find out more.
What Causes Arachnoiditis? Dr Botla explains that the following six factors may be at play: What Are The Symptoms Of Arachnoiditis? Watch out for the following symptoms: How Is The Diagnosis Done? The doctor says that diagnosis is made in the following three methods: "Arachnoiditis is a chronic and debilitating condition, for which early diagnosis and treatment are crucial," the doctor says, adding that it is im.
