Acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (ADEM)
Acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (ADEM) is an autoimmune disease where a brief, but widespread inflammatory event occurs which damages the protective coating of nerves (myelin). ADEM often occurs after a viral or bacterial infection. It has also been shown to occur rarely after certain vaccinations.
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