Encephalomyelitis Encephalomyelitis is any inflammation of the brain and spinal cord. ”Encephalomyelitis disseminata” is another name for Multiple Sclerosis. To paraphrase Shakespeare, a rose by any other name would be as hard to pronounce. Other Terms Dysarthria The slurring of speech caused by trouble controlling muscles. Dysesthesia Caused by abnormalities in the spinal cord. Dysmetria Two left feet? Dysmetria can affect the arms too. Dysphagia Trouble swallowing food, water or saliva. View More
