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Myelopathy

Definition: Myelopathy refers to any disorder or disease affecting the spinal cord, resulting in damage or dysfunction of the nerve fibers within it.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense:

1. A condition characterized by impairment or alteration in the normal functioning of the spinal cord.
2. Can be caused by various factors such as trauma, degenerative diseases, infections, or autoimmune disorders.

Sample Sentences:

• After the car accident, the patient experienced myelopathy and struggled with mobility.
• Chronic myelopathy, caused by spinal cord compression, can lead to severe pain and paralysis.
• Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial in managing progressive myelopathy.
• Multiple sclerosis is a common cause of myelopathy.

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