Disorders of Neural Function - Cranial Nerve Disorders

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Which disorder is characterized by fluctuating fatigue and weakness in voluntary skeletal muscles?

Myasthenia Gravis

What is the rare disorder where nerves are attacked by immune cells causing weakness and tingling in arms and legs?

Guillain-Barre Syndrome

Which disorder is characterized by loss of respiratory muscles leading to ventilation issues?

Guillain-Barre Syndrome

What causes Parkinson’s Disease?

<p>Genetics</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which disorder is characterized by progressive, usually symmetric muscle weakness accompanied by absent or depressed deep tendon reflexes?

<p>ALS</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic clinical manifestation of Parkinson’s Disease?

<p>Bradykinesia</p> Signup and view all the answers

What indicates an upper motor neuron disorder?

<p>&quot;Babinski reflex&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common risk factor for ALS?

<p>&quot;Advancing age&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which disorder involves loss of dopamine-producing cells in substantia nigra?

<p>&quot;Loss of dopamine-producing cells in substantia nigra&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

"Descending paralysis" is associated with which disorder?

<p>&quot;Parkinson’s Disease&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most likely cause of Bell palsy?

<p>Viral infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which cranial nerve is primarily affected in Bell palsy?

<p>7th cranial nerve</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of trigeminal neuralgia?

<p>Sharp, sporadic, shock-like pain on one side of the face</p> Signup and view all the answers

Myasthenia Gravis is primarily characterized by:

<p>Loss of functioning Acetylcholine (Ach) receptors in the neuromuscular junction</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which age group is more likely to be affected by trigeminal neuralgia?

<p>Age 50+</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can result in fatal consequences for individuals with Myasthenia Gravis?

<p>Weakening of respiratory or swallowing muscles</p> Signup and view all the answers

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