It’s important to know how to define Demyelination in order to get an in-depth understanding of Segmental Demyelination.  Demyelination is a condition or disease where the immune system attacks the nervous system, damage is done to the protective substance over the nerves known as myelin and this impairs the transfer of signals across the nerve.  Many functions can be affected, such as sensation, mobility, balance and cognitive functions.

Segmental Demyelination is basically the same as normal demyelination, but may occur in a variety of patients other than MS sufferers. People with diabetes and Crabbe’s disease can also display signs of segmental demyelination.

Symptoms of segmental demyelination

The main symptoms that are displayed when any form of demyelination occurs are as follows:

Visual – Blurred vision, usually in the central field of view and or double vision, which affects only one of the eyes. Pain may also be felt …