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Arachnoiditis

Arachnoiditis

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Arachnoiditis is an inflammation of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord. This can be caused by toxins, reactions to medications, or infections by bacteria or viruses.

Dr. Kat Kat reviewed this

33 years experience

Is a type of:

Meningitis

How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

How common it is:

Rare

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