What is subacute combined degeneration of spinal cord?

Subacute combined degeneration of the spinal cord primarily affects the spinal cord but its effects on the brain and the peripheral nerves are the reason for the term “combined”. It is caused by a deficiency of vitamin B12 deficiency.

How do members experience subacute combined degeneration of spinal cord?

Top 5 symptoms reported by people with subacute combined degeneration of spinal cord*

*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.

Top treatments taken by people for subacute combined degeneration of spinal cord*

Who has subacute combined degeneration of spinal cord on PatientsLikeMe?

Age

Age Proportion # of patients
<20 0
20s 3
30s 6
40s 8
50s 8
60s 12
70+ 10

Distribution of sex

Sex

Sex Proportion # of patients
Male 15
Female 32