If doctors suspect your child has AFM, they will be hospitalized and cared for by a team of multidisciplinary specialists which may include primary care, neurology, infectious disease, physical therapy and occupational therapy. Doctors will review your child’s medical history, perform a physical exam and use an MRI to review your child’s spinal cord. Scientists are still studying possible treatments for AFM. Possible treatments that may be used include: ~ Corticosteroids, used to treat inflammation ~ Intravenous immunoglobulin, used to treat immune disorders ~ Plasmapheresis, used to remove antibodies from the blood Physical rehabilitation could help improve long-term outcomes. Some patients may receive nerve transfer surgery to repair nerve injuries. Talk to your child’s doctor about specific questions you have for their care.