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Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML) is a rare inflammatory disorder that causes damage to the material (myelin) that covers nerves. The nerve damage related to PML occurs within the white matter of the brain. This disease occurs in 4% of adults with AIDS.

Top Resources on Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy

• A.D.A.M. (via MedlinePlus): Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy
• Wikipedia: Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy
• National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke: Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy
• Gale Encyclopedia (via Health AtoZ): Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy
• Cleveland Clinic: Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy
• MedTerms (via MedicineNet): Definition of Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy
• eMedicine: Progressive Multifocal Leukodystrophy
• The Merck Manuals: Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy

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