Learn About Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy
- Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy
- Leukoencephalopathy, progressive multifocal
- PML
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Igor Koralnik is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Koralnik is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy. His top areas of expertise are CACH Syndrome, Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy, Encephalitis, Thrombectomy, and Endovascular Embolization. Dr. Koralnik is currently accepting new patients.
Avindra Nath is a Neurologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Nath is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy. His top areas of expertise are Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy, Encephalitis, CACH Syndrome, and Stroke.
Irene Cortese is a Neurologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Cortese is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy. Her top areas of expertise are Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy, CACH Syndrome, Encephalitis, and Multiple Sclerosis (MS).
Background: \- Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML) is a severe viral infection of the brain. It is caused by JC virus. Many people have this virus in their bodies all their life, but it is usually kept in check by their immune system. If the immune system does not work right because of a disease or medication, the virus becomes active and can damage cells in the brain. Not much is known about PML...
Background: Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML) is a brain infection. It is caused by a virus. PML can happen in people with a weakened immune system. PML is associated with cognitive and visual impairment as well as motor and speech disturbances. There is no treatment for PML. Researchers want to see if a new drug can help.
Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center