Acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (ADEM) affects the brain and spinal cord and is typically seen in children. But researchers from University College London said there has been a "concerning increase" in ADEM among adults during the pandemic. The researchers identified 10 cases of temporary brain dysfunction with delirium, eight cases of strokes, and eight others with nerve damage. There were also 12 cases of brain inflammation, nine of which were diagnosed with ADEM. The researchers said further studies are needed to identify why some Covid-19 patients are developing neurological complications.

Source: Daily Mirror July 08, 2020 08:15 UTC