What does ASAP mean in PREVENTION

Arachnoiditis is a rare and disabling neurological disorder caused by inflammation or scarring of the arachnoid, one of the membranes that protects and cushions the nerves in the spine. It can cause severe neurological symptoms including chronic pain, paralysis, tingling sensation in extremities, fatigue, among other issues.

The exact cause of arachnoiditis is unknown but it has been linked to medical procedures involving spinal punctures or injection treatments with certain medications into the spinal canal. Other possible causes include infection, surgical trauma or injury to the spine, certain radiological tests such as myelogram or discography.

Anyone who may be experiencing symptoms associated with arachnoiditis or who may have been diagnosed with arachnoiditis should reach out to ASAP for assistance. ASAP provides resources such as education materials on identifying early warning signs of this condition and connecting patients to local healthcare providers for further evaluation if needed. They also offer support services for those living with this debilitating disorder including advice on how best to manage symptoms and reduce disability.

ASAP promotes multiple prevention strategies including advocating for safety before any medical procedure involving punctures or injections into the spine; avoiding unnecessary radiation exposure through imaging tests whenever possible; practicing proper hygiene techniques during medical procedures; following post-procedure instructions given by your healthcare provider closely; taking steps to reduce infection risk in the spinal area; considering alternative treatment options whenever possible; and seeking second opinions when needed.

People can get involved in many different ways - they can become members of ASAP which supports their work, join advocacy campaigns and events hosted by them throughout the year, share their stories in an effort to raise awareness about this condition, donate financially so that they can continue providing support services for all those impacted by arachnoiditis or help spread awareness about this condition via social media platforms and other platforms at their disposal.