Individuals may be affected by multiple cysts of varying size."  (NORD, 2021)  TCD can lead to intractable pain, loss of body function, and paraplegia.  Treatment options and research are not widely known or practiced.  ly mobilizing the efforts of the international community to promote peace, tolerance, inclusion, understanding and solidarity.

Because TCD is not widely known or understood by patients and the medical community alike, many people with TCD go undiagnosed despite the presence of symptoms.Tarlov Cyst Disease Awareness Day is a grassroots effort from warriors living with TCD who are 

Ipokrate celebrating this day to raise awareness and support by advocating, educating and validating the disease.

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