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Transverse Myelitis from a Vaccine

Fighting for Vaccine Injury Victims – Get the Compensation You Deserve

Spinal cord inflammation after vaccination is a real, life-altering neurological injury—and it may entitle you to compensation. Transverse myelitis (TM) is a rare but serious neurological disorder that inflames the spinal cord, causing sudden pain, weakness, and paralysis. This condition—sometimes referred to as acute transverse myelitis—damages the central nervous system and can permanently interrupt movement, sensation, or autonomic function. In most cases, TM symptoms strike without warning and progress rapidly. Diagnosis requires urgent imaging, lumbar puncture, and testing of cerebrospinal fluid to confirm inflammation and rule out other causes like multiple sclerosis or Guillain-Barré syndrome.

In rare cases, TM develops shortly after vaccine administration—particularly following viral vaccines like the flu shot, MMR, hepatitis B, or tetanus. When symptoms begin within days or weeks of immunization, the condition may be classified as a transverse myelitis vaccine injury under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP). These are serious adverse events—not coincidences—and the law allows you to seek compensation through a special federal court. The legal team at My Vaccine Lawyer helps patients who suffer neurological symptoms, motor deficits, or autonomic dysfunction after vaccination pursue real financial recovery.

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Hear Cheryl's Vaccine Injury Story

Cheryl, a former client of My Vaccine Lawyer, shares her experience with Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) following a flu shot. She describes the sudden onset of pain, limited shoulder mobility, and a long recovery process that led her to seek legal help from attorney Max Muller.

With his support, Cheryl filed a successful claim through the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program and received a settlement covering her medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. SIRVA symptoms typically include sudden pain within 48 hours of vaccination, restricted range of motion, and discomfort that can last for weeks or months.

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Why Transverse Myelitis After Vaccination Deserves Immediate Action

When transverse myelitis follows a vaccine, it’s a red flag—especially if symptoms begin within days. This condition causes swelling in the spinal cord, which can block signals between the brain and body. That’s why people suddenly lose feeling, movement, or control over their bladder and bowels. Though rare, this kind of spinal cord inflammation has been reported after many viral vaccines, including the flu shot, MMR, and hepatitis B. These are not just side effects—they are recognized vaccine injuries that may qualify for help through the National Vaccine Injury Program.

What Triggers Transverse Myelitis After a Vaccine?

In rare cases, the body reacts to a vaccine by attacking its own nervous system. That includes the spinal cord. This immune response causes swelling—called acute inflammation—that damages the nerves. It can happen after viral vaccines, such as measles, mumps, rubella (MMR), influenza, or hepatitis. This process is similar to other neurological complications like Guillain-Barré syndrome. When this happens after vaccine administration, it’s called a transverse myelitis vaccine injury.

What Are the First Signs of Transverse Myelitis Symptoms?

The most common first signs include back pain, followed by tingling, numbness, or muscle weakness in the arms or legs. Many patients lose bladder or bowel control, feel sharp nerve pain, or experience motor deficits like trouble walking. These problems can get worse fast—sometimes within hours. This is why early signs of transverse myelitis symptoms should be treated as urgent. The earlier doctors confirm the diagnosis, the better the chance of recovery.

How Is Transverse Myelitis Diagnosed in a Medical Setting?

Doctors use magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to look for swelling in the spinal cord, and a lumbar puncture to test cerebrospinal fluid. These tests help confirm that the nervous system is inflamed—and rule out other causes like multiple sclerosis or infection. TM can look like several other conditions, so doctors must be precise. A confirmed diagnosis is key to both medical care and any vaccine injury claim.

Why This Injury Qualifies for Compensation Through the Vaccine Court

If your TM symptoms started soon after a vaccine, you may be eligible for compensation through the National Vaccine Injury Program. This federal system pays claims when a vaccine causes serious harm—even if the condition, like transverse myelitis, is not on the official list. What matters is timing, diagnosis, and proof that no other cause fits. With the right records and expert support, your case can be brought before the vaccine court for review.

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Treatment for Transverse Myelitis

Most patients begin treatment with high-dose steroids to reduce swelling in the spinal cord. If symptoms do not improve, doctors may use plasma exchange or other immune-based therapies to stop the attack. Hospital stays can last several days or longer depending on the severity. In serious cases, patients lose the ability to walk or control their bladder and may need inpatient rehabilitation. A single hospital admission for acute transverse myelitis can cost between $15,000 and $50,000, especially when MRI scans, spinal taps, and neurological care are involved.

For those with partial recovery, ongoing treatment includes physical therapy, pain management, and follow-up with neurologists. Some people need assistive devices, home care, or regular steroid infusions. These long-term costs add up fast—especially if the injury affects work, driving, or basic independence. When the injury follows vaccine administration, the National Vaccine Injury Program may cover these costs in full. That includes out-of-pocket expenses, rehabilitation, and support for long-term disability.

Compensation Covers Medical Bills, Lost Wages, and Ongoing Support for TM Patients

Filing a claim for a transverse myelitis vaccine injury means showing that the condition began after vaccination, was properly diagnosed, and was not caused by anything else. This is how the National Vaccine Injury Program works—it’s a federal system that pays claims for serious adverse events linked to covered vaccines. TM may not be listed on the official injury table, but claims are regularly won by showing strong medical evidence, treatment timelines, and clinical proof that no other cause fits. The court considers autoimmunity, environmental factors, recent immunization, and how fast symptoms appeared.

If you qualify, your claim can include all care costs, rehabilitation, lost income, pain, and future needs. This is especially important for patients living with partial recovery, long-term disability, or loss of function in daily life. Your legal team will help gather hospital records, diagnostic reports, and expert opinions to support your claim. All cases are handled through the United States Court of Federal Claims, and you pay nothing out of pocket. No fees, no risks. Just a real path to compensation if the adverse effects of vaccines caused a serious neurological disorder like transverse myelitis.

If TM symptoms begin soon after immunization, our attorneys will help you file for full compensation—free consultation.

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The Legal Process for Vaccine Injury Cases

Vaccine injury cases follow a unique legal process. Since these claims are handled under the VICP, they require an attorney with experience in federal vaccine litigation. At My Vaccine Lawyer, we start with a free consultation to assess your claim. We then gather medical records, expert testimony, and supporting evidence to build a strong case. If a fair settlement isn’t offered, we are prepared to take your case to trial.

1. Contact Your Doctor

If you suffered a vaccine-related injury, adverse effects or worsening symptoms, call your doctor immediately.

2. Call My Vaccine Lawyer

For a free consultation. We are licensed to practice in the U.S. Court of Federal Claims.

Still Have Questions?

Does transverse myelitis only happen after viral vaccines, or have other vaccines caused it too?

While most reported cases involve viral vector or live virus vaccines like the flu shot, MMR, or hepatitis B, transverse myelitis following other vaccines—including diphtheria, tetanus, and combinations—has also been documented. The cause is likely related to autoimmunity, not the specific vaccine brand. That’s why both the vaccine ingredients and how your immune system responds matter when building a claim.
Are adults at increased risk of transverse myelitis after a first dose of a vaccine?
How do doctors determine whether a vaccine caused TM?

Physicians must rule out infectious diseases, environmental factors, and structural damage before calling it a vaccine injury. This process includes looking at clinical records, timing of symptoms, immune markers, and MRI scans. They also compare your case to others using published evidence and expert review. If no other cause explains the reaction and timing fits, your claim becomes much stronger.
What role do environmental or outside factors play in triggering TM after vaccination?
Can TM cause long-term sensory and motor problems even after treatment?

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