Agartala, 8th August 2026 : For a 20-year-old woman who had gradually lost the ability to stand and walk, the past few days have brought an extraordinary change. After receiving intensive treatment at Agartala Government Medical College and GBP Hospital, she has started walking again—holding the hand of her aunt.
Recounting the case, Dr Abir Lal Nath, Assistant Professor of Neurology at AGMC & GBP Hospital, said the young woman had been deprived of proper medical care for a considerable period due to family circumstances. Her neurological condition continued to deteriorate, eventually leaving her unable to stand or walk without assistance.
An MRI scan showed long-segment myelitis, a serious neurological manifestation that may be associated with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). She later reached the Neurology OPD with her aunt, who remained hopeful despite the severity of her condition.
The patient was admitted immediately and treatment began without delay. She underwent regular physiotherapy and was given high-dose methylprednisolone for five days, followed by two days of biological therapy.
The results were encouraging. Within five days of treatment, the young woman was able to take steps again, supported by her aunt.
Dr Nath said the emotional moment was deeply rewarding for the medical team, particularly after seeing the patient’s smile and the happiness in her eyes. The patient and her family expressed their gratitude to Dr Arpan Mitra, Dr Supriya, the nursing staff, physiotherapy team and all healthcare workers who contributed to her recovery.
The family also thanked the hospital authorities and Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha for making costly medicines available free of charge to economically disadvantaged patients through the public healthcare system.
Dr Nath emphasised that Multiple Sclerosis is a complex but treatable neurological disease and that timely diagnosis, proper treatment and continued follow-up can make a major difference.
“Awareness, not neglect, is what is needed. Prompt treatment—not delay—can restore the dreams of a young life,” he said.
