About Inflammatory Neuropathy
Key Highlights
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Accurate diagnosis of complex nerve disorders through advanced testing.Targeted treatment plans designed to suppress the underlying autoimmune attack.Potential to halt disease progression and improve neurological function.Management by a specialist (neurologist) with expertise in nerve and immune system disorders.Can significantly improve quality of life by reducing pain, weakness, and sensory deficits.
Who is this surgery for?
- Rapidly progressive muscle weakness, often starting in the legs and ascending.
- Sensory disturbances like numbness, tingling (paresthesia), or pain in the limbs.
- Loss of reflexes (areflexia) detected during a neurological exam.
- Symptoms following a viral or bacterial infection (common in GBS).
- Chronic, progressive, or relapsing weakness and sensory loss over months (indicative of CIDP).
- Difficulty with walking, balance, or fine motor tasks due to nerve dysfunction.
How to prepare
- Detailed neurological consultation to review full medical history and symptoms.
- Disclosure of all current medications, especially blood thinners.
- Fasting may be required for certain tests like a lumbar puncture.
- Arranging for support and transportation, especially if mobility is already impaired.
- For treatments like IVIG or plasmapheresis, pre-procedure blood work to assess kidney function and immunoglobulin levels.
- Psychological preparation for diagnostic procedures and potential long-term treatment.
Risks & possible complications
- Diagnostic Procedure Risks: Discomfort, bleeding, infection, or headache from lumbar puncture; minor pain from nerve conduction studies.
- Treatment Risks (IVIG): Headache, flu-like symptoms, rare allergic reactions, or blood clot risk.
- Treatment Risks (Plasmapheresis): Low blood pressure, infection at catheter site, electrolyte imbalances.
- Treatment Risks (Corticosteroids): Weight gain, high blood sugar, osteoporosis, mood changes with long-term use.
- General: Incomplete response to therapy, relapse of symptoms, or progression of nerve damage.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial recovery often begins in a hospital setting for monitoring and treatment administration.
- Physical and occupational therapy is crucial to regain strength, coordination, and function.
- Regular follow-up with the neurologist to monitor progress and adjust medications.
- Managing expectations, as nerve regeneration is a slow process taking weeks to months.
- Ongoing management of symptoms like neuropathic pain with prescribed medications.
- Lifestyle adjustments and use of assistive devices (e.g., cane, walker) may be necessary during recovery.
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Typical hospital stay: 5-14 days
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Expected recovery time: 6 months to 2+ years
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering inflammatory neuropathy in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for inflammatory neuropathy in Turkey include Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, Liv Hospital Ankara, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform inflammatory neuropathy. MediFyr helps you compare neurologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for inflammatory neuropathy compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Inflammatory Neuropathy in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated neurology teams and experience managing patients undergoing inflammatory neuropathy.
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Had my gallbladder out last week. The surgery itself was fine, but the first two days after were rough. Dr. Madhumitha was really on top of my pain meds, adjusting them a few times until it was manageable. She checked on me every morning and evening at MGM, which helped a lot. I'm home now and the recovery is going okay, just taking it slow.