noun
- Plural of demyelination; the loss or damage of the myelin sheath that insulates nerve fibers in the brain and spinal cord.
Usage: Medical/scientific term; Often used in neurology and pathology contexts
Examples
- Multiple sclerosis is characterized by demyelinations in the central nervous system.
- The MRI scan revealed several demyelinations in the patient's brain.
- Demyelinations can lead to impaired nerve signal transmission and neurological symptoms.
- Researchers are studying treatments to prevent demyelinations in autoimmune diseases.
- The extent and location of demyelinations help doctors diagnose neurological conditions.