Dr. Preeti Ajapuje, an Infectious Disease Specialist in Loni Kalbhor, shares an inspiring case of recovery from rare MRSA transverse myelitis with an epidural abscess. A 29-year-old woman with no prior illnesses progressed from fever and back pain to paraplegia within days. Advanced MRI imaging revealed spinal cord edema and an epidural abscess. Despite being initially misdiagnosed as Koch’s disease, cultures confirmed MRSA. With timely epidural abscess drainage and an 8-week course of dual antibiotic therapy using Daptomycin and Ceftaroline, followed by Bactrim DS, the patient made a remarkable recovery. Six months later, she regained bladder sensation, stood on her feet, and began walking with support, showcasing the power of precise diagnosis and expert care.
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