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What type of pain is primarily associated with the fibrous layer due to trauma or overstretching?

  • Pulsatile mass
  • Local, sharp pain (correct)
  • Diffuse, deep ache
  • Radiating pain
  • Which condition is indicated by abdominal pain, appetite loss, and jaundice?

  • Inguinal hernia
  • Pelvic hematoma
  • Diabetes
  • Abdominal cancer (correct)
  • What is a common presenting symptom of Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS)?

  • Butterfly rash
  • Ascending paresthesia and weakness (correct)
  • Urinary frequency
  • Coldness in extremities
  • Which of the following is NOT typically associated with diabetic conditions?

    <p>Elevation in blood pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What symptom is commonly linked to multiple sclerosis (MS)?

    <p>Optic neuritis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common symptom of lateral epicondylitis?

    <p>Pain radiating in the lateral forearm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor does NOT contribute to carpal tunnel syndrome?

    <p>Low calcium intake</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a complication associated with diabetes?

    <p>Dupuytren's contracture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement correctly describes the symptoms of Dupuytren's contracture?

    <p>Progressive inability to straighten fingers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What criteria is NOT included in the Wells score for DVT diagnosis?

    <p>Presence of varicose veins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is characterized by a thickening of fascia due to chronic inflammation and repetitive stress?

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

    What is a typical sign of PVD rather than PAD?

    <p>Swelling in the legs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following symptoms corresponds with IBS diagnostic criteria?

    <p>Change in stool appearance and frequency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symptom is least likely to be associated with knee osteoarthritis?

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

    What condition is indicated by bilateral joint swelling and stiffness predominantly in smaller joints?

    <p>Rheumatoid arthritis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What finding is commonly associated with cervical spondylotic myelopathy?

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

    Which spinal condition is characterized by a 'step-off deformity'?

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

    Which of the following muscles is primarily affected in calcific tendinopathy?

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

    What is the main symptom associated with Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome?

    <p>Numbness and tingling in the foot</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sign is indicative of radiculopathy at the level of C5?

    <p>Weakness in shoulder abduction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In patients with degenerative scoliosis, which symptom is most likely observed?

    <p>Fatigue and pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is characterized by sharp, localized knee pain primarily on stair climbing or bending?

    <p>Chondromalacia patellae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What test is specific to assessing for infrapatellar fat pad syndrome?

    <p>Hoffa’s test</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What symptom is classically associated with temporomandibular joint dysfunction?

    <p>Jaw pain and headaches</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common sign of adhesive capsulitis?

    <p>Severe shoulder stiffness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which condition would you expect to find tenderness and swelling specifically around the medial joint line of the knee?

    <p>Meniscal tear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which underlying condition is most commonly linked to posterior knee pain aggravated by sitting for long periods?

    <p>Ischiogluteal bursitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Osteoarthritis (OA)

    • Articular cartilage loss, osteophytes, and joint space narrowing
    • Hypertrophy of articular processes and ligamentum flavum bulging
    • Common sites: knee, hand, hip
    • Symptoms: stiffness, pain, grinding, swelling

    Cervical Spine (Csp)

    • Osteoarthritis: headaches, unilateral radiculopathy
    • Herniation: neck and arm pain, paresthesias (C5, 6, 7)
    • Stenosis: neck pain, numbness, tingling, weakness, decreased balance and function; alleviated by leaning forward or sitting
    • Facet syndrome: neck pain, stiffness, radiculopathy, headaches

    Thoracic Spine (Tsp)

    • Osteoarthritis: radiculopathy
    • Herniation: chest wall, epigastric, and arm pain; sometimes groin and lower extremity pain
    • Stenosis:
    • Facet syndrome:

    Lumbar Spine (Lsp)

    • Osteoarthritis: Neurogenic claudication - low back pain (LBP), numbness, and weakness aggravated by standing and walking
    • Herniation: LBP
    • Stenosis: Heavy feeling in legs, cramping, worse with standing and walking
    • Facet syndrome: LBP, stiffness, radiculopathy

    Sacroiliac Joint (SIJ)

    • Osteoarthritis:
    • Herniation:
    • Stenosis:
    • Facet syndrome:

    Hip

    • Osteoarthritis: Groin pain
    • Herniation:
    • Stenosis:
    • Facet syndrome:

    Tibiofemoral Joint

    • Osteoarthritis: Pain with walking, stairs, standing, and weight bearing
    • Herniation:
    • Stenosis:
    • Facet syndrome:

    Patellofemoral Joint

    • Osteoarthritis: Bending pain, compression pain, reduced quad strength, pain under or around knee
    • Herniation:
    • Stenosis:
    • Facet syndrome:

    Ankle

    • Osteoarthritis:
    • Herniation:
    • Stenosis:
    • Facet syndrome:

    Acromioclavicular (AC) Joint

    • Osteoarthritis:
    • Herniation:
    • Stenosis:
    • Facet syndrome:

    Glenohumeral (GH) Joint

    • Osteoarthritis:
    • Herniation:
    • Stenosis:
    • Facet syndrome:

    Sternoclavicular (SC) Joint

    • Osteoarthritis:
    • Herniation:
    • Stenosis:
    • Facet syndrome:

    Radioulnar Joint

    • Osteoarthritis:
    • Herniation:
    • Stenosis:
    • Facet syndrome:

    Radiocarpal Joint

    • Osteoarthritis:
    • Herniation:
    • Stenosis:
    • Facet syndrome:

    Carpometacarpal Joint

    • Osteoarthritis:
    • Herniation:
    • Stenosis:
    • Facet syndrome:

    Herniation

    • Spurling's test and distraction test are positive
    • Pain worse in flexion
    • Central herniation leads to myelopathy
    • Lateral herniation leads to radiculopathy

    Stenosis

    • Caused by OA, disc disease, spinal cysts, fractures, and tumors
    • Csp: Neck pain, numbness, tingling, weakness, decreased balance and function; alleviated by leaning forward or sitting
    • Lsp: Heavy feeling in legs, cramping, worse with standing and walking

    Facet Syndrome

    • Positive Spurling's and Distraction tests, Kemp's test
    • Can be caused by spondylitis, spondylosis, microtrauma, or trauma
    • Pain worse with extension and sidebending/rotation

    Radiculopathy

    • Symptoms: sensory loss, pain, and weakness
    • C5: Shoulder, abduction weakness
    • C6: Arm, elbow flexion, wrist extension weakness
    • C7: Down arm, elbow extension, wrist flexion weakness
    • C8: Lower arm, finger grip, thumb extension weakness
    • T1: Medial arm and forearm, thumb abduction weakness
    • T: Torso, weak intercostal muscles
    • L1: Groin, flexion weakness
    • L2: Anterior thigh, flexion and adduction weakness
    • L3: Thigh, weak knee extension and dorsiflexion
    • L4: Thigh and medial leg, weak toe extension, medial leg and foot weakness
    • L5: Lateral leg, dorsum of foot weakness
    • S1: Posterior leg, plantar flexion weakness, lateral foot weakness
    • S2: Posterior leg, weak knee flexion, posterior thigh and medial leg weakness
    • S3-5: Perineum, bladder, weak pelvic floor muscles

    Myelopathy

    • Upper motor neuron (UMN) signs: spasticity, hyperreflexia, Babinski's sign, weakness

    Vertebrobasilar Insufficiency (VBI)

    • Symptoms: dizziness, dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), diplopia (double vision), dysarthria (difficulty speaking), drop attacks, nausea, nystagmus (involuntary eye movement), numbness, ataxia (lack of coordination)

    Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    • Autoimmune inflammatory disease where antibodies attack the synovium
    • Smaller joints are affected first (hands then knees)
    • Symptoms: swelling, stiffness, warmth, muscle wasting, bilateral involvement

    Ankylosing Spondylitis

    • Characterized by synovitis, fibro-osseous inflammation, and ossification of the annulus fibrosis

    Spondylolisthesis

    • Five grades based on severity, with causes including congenital, spondylolysis, degenerative, traumatic, pathological, and post-surgical
    • Symptoms: pain, radiculopathy, numbness, weakness, stiffness, postural changes
    • Physical exam: Step-off deformity, hamstring tightness, muscle spasms

    Tendinopathy

    • Can be caused by overuse, age, diabetes, posture, and alignment issues
    • Tendinitis: Acute inflammation
    • Tendinosis: Degeneration
    • Insertional tendinopathy: Localized to tendon insertion
    • Non-insertional tendinopathy: Diffuse along the tendon
    • Symptoms: slow onset, pain increases with activity, stiffness, swelling, tenderness, crepitus, weakness
    • Patellar tendinopathy: Pain and weakness with knee extension
    • Weakness without pain might indicate nerve or muscle involvement

    Calcific Tendinopathy

    • Most commonly affects the supraspinatus tendon
    • Sudden onset, constant and severe pain
    • Symptoms: Sharp/burning pain in the front/top of the shoulder, night pain, sporadic patterns

    Degenerative Scoliosis

    • Symptoms: Pain, radiculopathy, postural changes, fatigue, muscle imbalance, decreased range of motion (ROM), migraines

    Lumbar Spine (LS) Strain

    • Graded 1-3 based on severity

    Sacroiliac Joint (SIJ) Dysfunction

    • Causes: trauma, repetitive stress, posture, pelvic instability
    • Aggravated by flexion and side bending

    Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS)

    • Vascular TOS: Subclavian artery involvement, symptoms: swelling, discoloration, coldness, pain/cramping with activity, blood clots
    • Neurogenic TOS (95%): Nerve involvement, symptoms: numbness, tingling, weakness, pain, muscle wasting
    • Causes: Csp rib, posture, trauma, pregnancy, repetitive trauma

    Intercostal Neuralgia

    • Caused by rib compression during inhalation
    • Symptoms: radiculopathy, numbness, tingling, decreased appetite

    Tietze Syndrome

    • Inflammation at the costochondral junction
    • Symptoms: Pain with inhalation, shortness of breath (SOB), decreased rotation and sidebending

    Precordial Catch Syndrome

    • Caused by chest nerve compression due to pleura irritation
    • Symptoms: Pain between the 6th and 12th ribs, below the nipple

    Herpes Zoster (Shingles)

    • Reactivation of dormant varicella zoster virus
    • Symptoms: Maculopapular rash

    Costovertebral Joint Syndrome

    • Derangement or partial dislocation of the costovertebral joint

    Post-Herpetic Neuralgia

    • Pain lasting longer than 3 months after shingles
    • Symptoms: Hyperalgesia (increased sensitivity to pain), allodynia (pain from non-painful stimuli), burning, itching, unilateral

    Pancreatitis

    • Often triggered by gallstones and alcohol
    • Symptoms: Abdominal pain, vomiting, which can lead to organ failure

    Osteitis Pubis

    • Overuse injury, pain in the anterior/medial groin
    • Pain worsens with activity

    Iliopsoas Bursitis

    • Affects the anterior hip, symptoms include snapping, pain with extending the leg, possible radicular pain due to femoral nerve entrapment

    Ischiogluteal Bursitis

    • Pain related to prolonged sitting, possible radiation of pain

    Trochanteric Bursitis

    • Affects the greater trochanter, pain worsens when lying on the affected side

    Meralgia Paresthetica

    • Compression of the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve by the inguinal ligament
    • Risk factors: obesity, diabetes, older age
    • Symptoms: Dysesthesia (abnormal sensation), pain, numbness, tingling

    Coccydynia

    • Abnormal mobility of the coccyx leads to inflammation and degeneration
    • Aggravated by pregnancy

    Piriformis Syndrome

    Gluteal Tendinopathy

    • Pain localized around the greater trochanter

    Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI)

    • Head of the femur pinches on the socket and labrum
    • Types:
      • WoPINCER:
      • MeCAM
    • Symptoms: Groin pain, pain after activity, stiffness

    Iliotibial (IT) Band Syndrome

    • Often triggered by running on hills
    • Tightness and pain between Gerdy's tubercle and the lateral epicondyle
    • Varum or valgus alignment can contribute
    • Pain at rest and can lead to patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS)

    Knee

    Meniscal Tear

    • Bucket-handle tear: The most serious type, characterized by locking of the knee

    Meniscal Cyst (Usually Lateral)

    • Often the result of trauma

    Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)

    • Dull ache, generalized pain around the kneecap
    • Cinema sign: Pain with prolonged sitting

    Osteochondritis Dissecans

    • Avascular fragment of bone under cartilage separates
    • Most common in ages 15-20
    • Symptoms: Giving away sensation, locking, tender condyle, quadriceps wasting
    • Can affect the patella and talus

    Chondromalacia

    • Caused by stress, malalignment, trauma, wear and tear, muscle imbalance, and obesity
    • Localized, sharp pain
    • Breakdown of hyaline cartilage in the trochlear groove
    • Other factors: Abnormal patellar shape, malalignment, dislocation, weak vastus medialis muscle
    • Symptoms: Anterior knee pain, quadriceps wasting, pain aggravated by climbing stairs, cinema sign, crepitus

    Pes Anserine Bursitis

    • Pain located medially, just below the joint line
    • Sharp or aching pain, worse with activity, tenderness, swelling
    • Aggravated by flexion and extension, night pain
    • Less commonly, a catching sensation

    Patellar Maltracking

    • Imbalance between the patella and trochlea, leading to cartilage loss and osteoarthritis
    • Contributing factors: Weak vastus medialis obliquus (VMO) muscle, instability, dislocations, genu valgum, patella alta, anteversion, dysplastic patella
    • Symptoms: Anterior knee pain, sharp pain, worse with activity

    Infrapatellar Fat Pad Syndrome

    • Pain located inferior to the patella
    • Symptoms: Swelling, tenderness, pain worsens with activity, night pain
    • HOFFA's test: Pressure applied to the infrapatellar fat pad while the patient extends their leg from a seated position 90 degrees

    Plantar Fat Pad Syndrome

    • Pain under the heel

    Ligament Strain

    • Lateral:
    • Medial:
    • Anterior:
    • Posterior:

    Anterior Knee

    • Prepatellar Bursitis: Often seen in carpet layers
    • Infrapatellar Bursitis:

    Posterior Knee

    • Semimembranosus Bursa:
    • Popliteal/Baker's Cyst:
    • Popliteal Aneurysm:

    Lateral Knee

    • Meniscal Cyst:

    Medial Knee

    • Calcification of the Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL):

    Synovial Chondromatosis

    • Cartilaginous nodules form within the synovium and detach
    • Symptoms: Deep, aching, intermittent, and progressive pain, locking, catching, instability, swelling, crepitus

    Ankle

    Tendinopathy

    • Insertional: Localized to the tendon insertion
    • Non-insertional: Diffuse along the tendon

    Tendon Rupture

    • Achilles:
    • Tibialis Posterior:
    • Tibialis Anterior:

    Anterior Talofibular Ligament (ATFL) Sprain

    Calcaneofibular Ligament (CFL) Sprain

    Retrocalcaneal Bursitis

    Calcaneal Bursitis

    Metatarsalgia

    Plantar Fasciitis

    Interdigital Neuritis

    Gout

    • Triggered by diet and alcohol, leading to high uric acid levels
    • Treatment: Allopurinol

    Pseudogout

    • Caused by calcium pyrophosphate dehydrate crystals

    Tendinitis

    • Achilles Tendinitis:
    • Biceps Tendinitis:
    • Supraspinatus Tendinitis:
    • Calcific Tendinitis: More sudden onset, night pain

    Tenosynovitis

    • Ankle:
    • Wrist:

    Avascular Necrosis of the Talus

    Sesamoiditis

    Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome

    • Compression of the posterior tibial nerve

    Freiberg's Infraction

    Stress Fracture

    Shoulder

    Subacromial Impingement

    • Bursitis:
    • Tendinitis:

    Rotator Cuff Tear

    • Sudden, sharp onset followed by dull pain that worsens with activity

    Biceps Tear

    • Long head pathology: Commonly related to shoulder flexion
    • Short head pathology: Commonly related to elbow flexion and supination

    Adhesive Capsulitis (Frozen Shoulder)

    • Characterized by a contracted joint capsule
    • Risk factors: Diabetes, immobility, thyroid disease, autoimmune disorders
    • Stages:
      • Inflammatory: Onset of pain and increasing stiffness (2-9 months)
      • Adhesive: Stiffness, pain may decrease (4-12 months)
      • Resolution: Slow improvement (5-26 months)

    Shoulder Instability

    • Anterior instability: Most common type
    • Aggravated by throwing or lifting
    • Symptoms: Instability, weakness, dislocation, pain with specific movements

    Capsular Tears

    • Can be caused by trauma or degeneration
    • Symptoms: Instability, weakness, dislocation, pain with specific movements

    Capsular Contracture

    • Abnormal shortening or tightening of the joint capsule
    • Can occur after injury or immobility due to scar tissue formation
    • Symptoms: Limitation in overhead activities, external rotation, and abduction

    Glenohumeral Ligament

    • Superior glenohumeral ligament (SGHL): Anterior instability, external rotation
    • Middle glenohumeral ligament (MGHL): Anterior dislocation, mid-range motion
    • Inferior glenohumeral ligament (IGHL): Abduction and external rotation; traumatic anterior dislocations
    • Aggravated by overhead activities and throwing
    • Symptoms: Pain, instability

    Transverse Ligament

    • Decompression of the ulna

    SLAP Tear

    • Four grades based on the extent of biceps tendon involvement
    • Symptoms: Pain that may radiate, clicking, popping, instability, weakness, night pain
    • Clunk, crank, and speed's test: May be positive

    Epicondylitis

    • Degenerative tendon aponeurosis
    • Lateral epicondylitis: Affects the extensor carpi radialis brevis tendon
    • Medial epicondylitis: Affects the flexor carpi radialis and pronator teres tendons

    Olecranon Bursitis

    • Caused by repetitive trauma, direct trauma, RA, or gout
    • Pain with flexion
    • Swelling on the dorsal side of the elbow

    Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

    • Compression of the median nerve
    • Risk factors: Menopause, pregnancy, RA
    • Symptoms: Night pain, numbness, tingling
    • Flexor retinaculum and carpals are the usual sites of compression.

    Cubital Tunnel Syndrome

    • Compression of thee ulnar nerve
    • Sites of compression:
      • Flexor carpi ulnaris muscle:
      • Olecranon:
      • Osborne ligament:
      • Medial epicondyle:
    • Guyon's canal: Another common site of ulnar nerve compression

    Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex (TFCC) Tear

    Ulnocarpal Impaction Syndrome

    Ganglion Cyst

    Dupuytren's Contracture

    • Nodules form in the palm, progressing to cords, leading to contracture
    • Symptoms: Inability to straighten fingers, difficulty with daily tasks, progressive

    Diabetes

    • High glucose levels lead to the formation of advanced glycation end products (AGEs) which affect tendons, ligaments, and cartilage, reducing elasticity
    • Microvascular damage restricts blood flow and healing
    • Neuropathy is common
    • Chronic inflammation
    • Symptoms: Frequent urination, excessive thirst, weight loss, hunger, blurry vision, numbness, tingling, fatigue, dry skin, slow-healing sores, frequent infections
    • Musculoskeletal complications: Adhesive capsulitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, Dupuytren's contracture, OA, osteoporosis, plantar fasciitis, bone spurs, gout, peripheral artery disease (PAD)

    Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

    • Key features:
      • Symptoms related to defecation
      • Changes in stool frequency
      • Alterations in stool appearance
    • Duration: Symptoms must be present for at least 6 months
    • Abdominal pain must be present 1 day per week in the last 3 months

    Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)

    • Wells criteria used to assess risk:
      • Previous DVT
      • Active cancer
      • Immobilization
      • Bedridden for 3 or more days
      • Tenderness
      • Leg swelling
      • Calf swelling 3cm greater than the other leg
      • Non-varicose veins

    Anemia

    • Iron-deficiency anemia: Commonly caused by gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding or NSAID use
    • Anemia in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and lupus: Due to chronic inflammation
    • Neurologic anemia (pernicious anemia): Vitamin B12 deficiency
    • Infectious anemia:
    • Symptoms: Shortness of breath (SOB), fatigue, pale hands, brittle and concave nails

    Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)

    • A broad term encompassing all peripheral arteries and veins
    • Peripheral artery disease (PAD): Narrowing or blockage of arteries, commonly affecting the legs
    • PAD symptoms: Pain with activity (intermittent claudication), cold extremities, weak pulses, non-healing sores
    • PVD symptoms: Swelling, varicose veins, skin changes, pain while standing, heaviness in legs, ankle ulcers

    Contracture

    • Permanent shortening or tightening of muscles, ligaments, or joint capsules
    • Caused by immobility, scarring, neurological conditions, or trauma
    • Example: Dupuytren's contracture

    Fibrosis

    • Excessive fibrous tissue formation
    • Causes: Chronic inflammation, trauma, repetitive stress, immobilization, systemic conditions

    Densification

    • Thickened and rigid fascia
    • Causes: Chronic inflammation, repetitive stress, posture, immobility
    • Symptoms: Heaviness or tightness, muscular tension, discomfort with movement

    Pain Above L4

    • Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA): Pulsatile abdominal mass, bruit (abnormal heart sound), abdominal or back pain, syncope (fainting), pain radiating to the legs
    • Femoral nerve compression (L2-3): Anterior thigh pain, knee extension weakness, decreased plantar reflex, numbness, and tingling
    • Abdominal cancer: Weight and appetite loss, abdominal pain, change in bowel habits, fatigue, malaise, jaundice (yellowing), ascites (fluid buildup in the abdomen)
    • Inguinal hernia: Groin bulge, fever, nausea, sharp pain, ache, burning
    • Pelvic hematoma: Bruising, swelling, difficulty flexing the hip, rapid pulse, low blood pressure, dizziness, blood in urine/stool, possible nerve weakness or numbness

    Pins and Needles

    • 12VLS.SSSSHMMAGDK:
      • 12: 12th cranial nerve palsy (hypoglossal)
      • V: Vertebrobasilar insufficiency
      • L: Lumbosacral radiculopathy
      • S: Stroke/TIA
      • SS: Spinal stenosis
      • SH: Shingles
      • MM: Multiple sclerosis (MS)
      • A: Alcohol neuropathy
      • G: GBS
      • D: Diabetes
      • K: Kidney disease

    Other

    • Stroke/TIA: Facial, speech, and visual changes, paralysis, weakness (upper extremity), headache
    • MS: Lhermitte's sign (electric shock sensation in the back with neck flexion), optic neuritis, pain, numbness, weakness, fatigue, coordination problems, ataxia, spasms, cramping, urinary urgency, memory problems, Horner's syndrome
    • Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS): Ascending paresthesia and weakness, onset 2-3 weeks after an infection, can lead to respiratory involvement
    • Spinal cord compression: Bilateral symptoms, gait changes, bowel and bladder dysfunction
    • PAD/vascular disease: Decreased pulses, coldness, intermittent claudication
    • Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE): Skin and joint manifestations, butterfly rash
    • Kidney disease: Swelling, appetite loss, urinary frequency (especially at night), confusion, nausea
    • Peripheral neuropathy: Can be caused by alcohol, vitamin B12 deficiency, shingles, diabetes
    • Diabetes: Increased thirst, increased urinary frequency, weight loss, hunger, blurry vision
    • Vitamin B12 deficiency: Fatigue, weakness, appetite loss, dizziness, SOB, memory problems, confusion, GI issues
    • Chronic alcohol use: Nerve damage
    • Cervical myelopathy: Spinal cord compression, upper motor neuron and lower motor neuron (UMN & LMN) signs, wasting, pain, numbness, tingling; symptoms develop gradually
    • Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS): UMN and LMN signs
    • Primary lateral sclerosis (PLS): UMN signs
    • Untreated hypothyroidism:
    • Myasthenia gravis: (Less likely) Proximal weakness, facial weakness, diplopia, dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), dysarthria (difficulty speaking)

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