Demyelination is a disorder which is degenerative in nature and originates in the nerves. The treatment for demyelination is based on the symptoms and the affected nerves. Demyelination occurs when myelin, a protective covering over the nerves is attacked by the body’s immune system. When myelin is destroyed, it causes multiple sclerosis. There are several treatments available, which can ease the symptoms arising from multiple sclerosis, besides arresting any further damage to the nerves. These range from drugs to holistic methods, like massage therapy, yoga and meditation.

Various treatments for demyelination

Treatment for demyelination includes proper nutrition, steroids, plasma exchange, bone marrow transplants, immunotherapy, physical therapies, protein antigens and medication. These could include antidepressants and anticonvulsants for spastic behavior.

The damage that has already occurred to nerves cannot be reversed. The present treatment for demyelination is aimed at preventing further demyelination and subsequent damage to nerves, along with …