- This class of disorders can be caused by genetics, autoimmune reactions or infectious agents. In some cases, the origin of the disorder cannot be identified.
- Corticosteroids, which suppress the immune system, are the main course of treatment for acute demyelinating disorders. These conditions are challenging to treat.
- Acute demyelinating disorders include multiple sclerosis (MS), acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (ADEM), neuromyelitis optica (NMO), optic neuritis (ON) and acute transverse myelitis (ATM).
- According to The Myelin Project, these disorders afflict more than 2 million people worldwide. Multiple sclerosis is by far the most common.
- The Myelin Project, a nonprofit agency, awards grants to researchers who are investigating new ways to treat myelin diseases. They are specifically focusing on identifying ways to regenerate myelin.
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