
Diagnosed With Susacs Syndrome, Prescribed Gabapentin And Prednisone. Had Strokes, Loosing The Sight And Hearing And Jaw Tightened

Treatment seems to be along correct lines
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Hi,
Thank you for posting your query.
I am glad to note that your stepson's condition has been accurately diagnosed and he is on correct treatment now.
Prednisolone (steroids) are the mainstay of the treatment in Susacs syndrome. In more severe cases, I use immunoglubulin injections.
Those who do not respond to steroids or have side effects to steroids, other immunosuppressive drugs such as azathioprine, mycophenolate, etc may be used.
I hope it helps.
Please get back if you require any additional information.
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Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad,
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Clinical improvement indicates medicine effect
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thank you for getting back.
Clinical improvement is the best parameter to judge the efficacy of the medications. In addition, lack of worsening of old symptoms and lack of appearance of new symptoms would also indicate that the medicines are doing their jobs.
I am sure he would improve a lot with this treatment. the chance of worsening is very less while on the treatment.
Best wishes,
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (Neurology)


Thank you
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Thank you and best wishes,
I would be pleased to be of any help in future too.
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (Neurology)

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