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Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy

A progressive demyelination within the central nervous system associated with reactivation of a latent JC virus infection.

Symptoms of Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy

The following features are indicative of Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy:
  • loss of coordination
  • loss of language ability
  • memory loss
  • vision problems
  • weakness of the legs and arms

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Common Causes of Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy

The following are the most common causes of Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy:
  • John Cunningham virus

Risk Factors for Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy

The following factors may increase the likelihood of Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy:
  • age of 10 years
  • person with a weakened immune system
  • acquired immune deficiency syndrome
  • use of immunosuppressive medications
  • Hodgkin's lymphoma
  • multiple sclerosis
  • psoriasis

Prevention of Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy

Yes, it may be possible to prevent Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy.

Occurrence of Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy

Number of Cases

The following are the number of Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy cases seen each year worldwide:
  • Very rare between 1K - 10K cases

Common Age Group

Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy most commonly occurs in the following age group:
  • Children under the age of 10 year

Common Gender

Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy can occur in any gender.

Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy

The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy:
  • Brain MRI (Brain magnetic resonance imaging): Show changes in the tissue of the brain
  • Brain biopsy: To evaluate progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy

Complications of Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy if untreated

Yes, Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy causes complications if it is not treated.

Patient Support for Treatment of Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy

The following actions may help Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy patients:
  • Joint online support group: Provides information about disease to patients and their families

Last updated date

This page was last updated on 2/04/2019.
This page provides information for Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy.

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