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Arachnoiditis

What is Arachnoiditis?

A chronic inflammation of the arachnoid layer of the meninges, of which adhesive arachnoiditis is the most severe form, characterized by debilitating, intractable neurogenic back and limb pain and a range of other neurological problems.

Other condition names

  • Adhesive arachnoiditis
  • Chronic arachnoiditis

Inheritance type

Not applicable

Age of Onset

  • All ages
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