Tag: arachnoid mater

  • Arachnitis

    Arachnitis Definition and Description of Arachnitis Arachnitis, a term derived from the Greek word ‘arachne’, which means spider, refers to inflammation of the arachnoid mater, one of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. This condition can lead to various neurological symptoms and is often associated with other medical conditions such as infections, autoimmune…

  • Arachnoiditis

    Arachnoiditis Definition and Description of Arachnoiditis Arachnoiditis is a painful condition characterized by inflammation of the arachnoid mater, one of the three membranes that protect the brain and spinal cord. This inflammation can lead to the formation of scar tissue, which can cause severe pain. Arachnoiditis often results in neurological impairments and is commonly associated…