Patient's question:
My child, who is 2 years and 2 months old, had a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and was found to have patchy abnormal signals in both lateral ventricles, suggesting delayed myelination. Currently, the main symptoms are weakness in both lower limbs and unsteady walking. His worldview and language are normal. I have consulted private hospitals here, but none have provided a treatment plan. Given the child's current condition, it is crucial to start treatment promptly. I am truly afraid of missing the best opportunity for treatment. Could you please offer some advice?I would appreciate it if a doctor could take a look. Thank you very much. Thank you very much. Thank you very much.
Doctor's answer:
Myelination delay is a type of myelin abnormality, usually referring to delayed myelination in the white matter of the brain. Myelination constitutes the final stage of white matter growth and development, with its maturation process primarily occurring after birth and continuing until before the age of 20. The myelination of the white matter continues to expand throughout life. Demyelination has a significant impact on the neurological development of children, often leading to disabilities such as intellectual disability, epilepsy, language disorders, and limited motor function. Currently, treatment can only be targeted based on the underlying cause. Symptomatic treatment can include physical rehabilitation exercises, acupuncture and moxibustion therapy, and the use of neurotrophic agents such as B vitamins, Nootropil, and Panaxin.