Transverse Myelitis (TM) and Vaccine Reactions
Transverse myelitis, or TM, is a neurological disorder involving inflammation of the spinal cord. Serious damage is caused by attacks of inflammation, and so is the destruction of myelin, the fatty insulating substance that covers nerve cell fibers. This damage results in nervous system scars that interrupt communications between nerves in the spinal cord and the entire body. Studies show that rarely, vaccines trigger Transverse Myelitis.
Transverse Myelitis is an autoimmune disorder, which means that that body’s immune system has gone haywire. Vaccinations, in addition to viral and bacterial infections, are known to be triggers. The influenza vaccine, or flu shot, is one of the more common immunizations that causes TM. Our attorneys are experienced in representing clients who contracted Transverse Myelitis after a flu shot. Review our case results for TM here.
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Symptoms of Transverse Myelitis
Symptoms of transverse myelitis include a loss of spinal cord function that lasts from several hours to possibly even several weeks. TM usually starts as a sudden onset of lower back pain, muscle weakness, or abnormal sensations in the toes and feet. Then, it rapidly progress to more severe symptoms, including paralysis, urinary retention, and loss of bowel control.
Prognosis of Transverse Myelitis Triggered by Vaccine
Some patients recover from transverse myelitis with minor or no residual problems. However, others suffer permanent impairments that affect their ability to perform ordinary tasks. Most patients have only one episode of transverse myelitis. Although, a small percentage experience a recurrence.
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MCT Law previously represented a number of patients that have gotten compensation for injuries resulting from transverse myelitis following a vaccination. These cases involved vaccines including the flu vaccine, hepatitis B vaccine, tetanus vaccine, and measles mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine.
Below is a listing of our recent CIDP decisions from the United States Court of Federal Claims awarding compensation to our vaccine injury clients.
| Amount Compensated | Vaccine Name | Link to Court Decision |
|---|---|---|
| $100,000 | Flu | Case 17-694V |
| $845,000 + Annuity | Influenza | Case 13-421V |
| $300,000 | Influenza | Case 15-1590V |
| $107,000 | Influenza | Case 16-1104V |
| $100,000 | Flu Vaccine | Case 16-1412V |
| $75,000 | Influenza Vaccine | Case 16-530V |
| $100,000 | Influenza Vaccine | Case 16-029V |
| $150,000 | Influenza Vaccine | Case 12-754V |
| $370,000 | Influenza Vaccine | Case15-525V |
| $233,000 | DTaP, Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccines | Case 15-1100V |
| $130,000 | Influenza Vaccine | Case 15-1370V |
| $210,000 | Influenza Vaccine | Case 15-956V |
| $300,000 | Influenza Vaccine | Case 15-219V |
| $220,000 | Tdap Vaccine | Case 14-923V |
| $70,000 | Flu Vaccine | Case 15-1162V |
| $245,750 | Influenza Vaccine | Case 14-1052V |
| $245,750 | Influenza Vaccine | Case 14-1052V |
| $95,000 | Influenza Vaccine | Case 14-743V |
| $90,000 | Influenza Vaccine | Case 15-92V |
| $85,000 | Influenza Vaccine | Case 14-693V |
| $165,000 | Influenza Vaccine | Case 14-1210V |
| $100,000 | Influenza Vaccine | Case 15-0039V |
| $260,000 | Flu Vaccine | Case 14-368V |
| $131,000 | Influenza Vaccine | Case 14-395V |
| $100,000 | Influenza Vaccine | Case 12-879V |
| $856,300 | Influenza Vaccine | Case 10-834V |
| $90,000 | Tdap Vaccine | Case 13-791V |
| $90,000 | Tdap | Case 13-791V |
| $325,000 | Flu Vaccine | Case 12-445V |
| $370,000 | Influenza Vaccine | Case 12-308V |
| $250,000 | Influenza Vaccine | Case 11-242V |
| $600,000 | Influenza Vaccine | Case 09-144V |
| $1 Million | Meningococcal Vaccine | Case /08-243V |
| $340,000 | Meningococcal Vaccine | Case 08-243V |
Results depend upon a variety of factors unique to each case and do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any future case.
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