Transverse myelitis is a rare neurological disorder characterized by inflammation across one segment of the spinal cord, leading to severe motor, sensory, and autonomic dysfunction. With an incidence of approximately 1 to 8 cases per million people per year, it affects individuals of all ages, races, and genders. This is the story of Nalin Maheshwari Hemender Pandwal, a 35-year-old father of two, who overcame this daunting challenge with unwavering determination.

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Nalin, a financial controller in the UAE, first experienced severe back pain, which quickly escalated into paralysis in his legs. He was admitted to NMC Royal Hospital in February, 2024, where he was diagnosed with acute transverse myelitis. Immediate intervention included five sessions of plasmapheresis and pulse steroid therapy.