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A Journey of Healing and Hope at NMC ProVita

Ayesha, a 51-year-old Emirati national, began her medical journey on August 12, 2024, shortly after returning from a family vacation abroad. She initially presented to NMC Royal Hospital, Khalifa City, with symptoms of diarrhoea, which rapidly progressed to neurological complications. Soon after, she developed rapidly advancing ascending quadriparesis, and further diagnostic evaluations confirmed a diagnosis of infectious Guillain-Barré Syndrome.

Although her vital signs were stable at first, Ayesha’s condition deteriorated rapidly. She experienced increasing respiratory distress and significant weakness in all four limbs, eventually requiring transfer to the Intensive Care Unit for advanced medical care.

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Ramachandran’s Journey to Recovery at NMC ProVita

Mr. Ramachandran, a 65-year-old man, faced a significant setback in 2023 when multiple strokes left him paralyzed and reliant on others for even the most basic tasks. Ramachandran’s recovery was not without its challenges. He faced significant physical and emotional hurdles as he adapted to his new reality. However, with unwavering determination and expert care, he embarked on a remarkable journey towards recovery.

Ramachandran’s path to healing was arduous. Initially, he was lying in bed, unable to move or care of himself, but through consistent rehabilitation, he gradually regained strength.

Dr. Hussam Antwan Touma, specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

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Triumph Over Transverse Myelitis: Nalin’s Inspiring Journey

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.

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