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What is the most common cause of unilateral facial paralysis?
What is the most common cause of unilateral facial paralysis?
- Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
- Meralgia paresthetica
- Bell’s Palsy (correct)
Which virus is thought to be responsible for the reactivation leading to Bell’s Palsy?
Which virus is thought to be responsible for the reactivation leading to Bell’s Palsy?
- Hepatitis virus
- Herpes virus (correct)
- Influenza virus
- Human papillomavirus
What is the characteristic clinical feature of Bell’s Palsy?
What is the characteristic clinical feature of Bell’s Palsy?
- Gradual onset of symptoms
- Bilateral facial paralysis
- Vision disturbances
- Hyperacusis (increased sensitivity to sound) (correct)
Why is surgery not a primary treatment for Bell’s Palsy?
Why is surgery not a primary treatment for Bell’s Palsy?
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of Bell’s Palsy?
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of Bell’s Palsy?
What is the proposed mechanism of nerve compression in Bell’s Palsy?
What is the proposed mechanism of nerve compression in Bell’s Palsy?
Which population group is more commonly affected by Bell’s Palsy?
Which population group is more commonly affected by Bell’s Palsy?
What percentage of Bell’s Palsy cases tend to resolve spontaneously over time?
What percentage of Bell’s Palsy cases tend to resolve spontaneously over time?
What is the Uhthoff sign associated with in multiple sclerosis (MS)?
What is the Uhthoff sign associated with in multiple sclerosis (MS)?
Which symptom is NOT common in MS patients?
Which symptom is NOT common in MS patients?
What can cause a temporary worsening of neurological function in MS patients?
What can cause a temporary worsening of neurological function in MS patients?
What is a stereotyped worsening of neurological function among MS patients associated with?
What is a stereotyped worsening of neurological function among MS patients associated with?
Which of the following symptoms is NOT commonly worsened by heat in MS patients?
Which of the following symptoms is NOT commonly worsened by heat in MS patients?
MS patients can experience an "electric shock" running down their back and legs in an unpleasant manner. What is this phenomenon called?
MS patients can experience an "electric shock" running down their back and legs in an unpleasant manner. What is this phenomenon called?
What is the most common mechanism of injury in central nervous system demyelination?
What is the most common mechanism of injury in central nervous system demyelination?
Which type of neuropathy involves damage to Schwann cells in the peripheral nervous system?
Which type of neuropathy involves damage to Schwann cells in the peripheral nervous system?
What is the main pathophysiologic mechanism involved in nerve compression-related neurological damage?
What is the main pathophysiologic mechanism involved in nerve compression-related neurological damage?
Which term refers to a condition characterized by self-reactive antibodies or T-cells damaging Schwann cells in the peripheral nervous system?
Which term refers to a condition characterized by self-reactive antibodies or T-cells damaging Schwann cells in the peripheral nervous system?
What defines multiple sclerosis (MS) as an immune-mediated disease in the body?
What defines multiple sclerosis (MS) as an immune-mediated disease in the body?
Which of the following is the most common demyelinating disease?
Which of the following is the most common demyelinating disease?
What distinguishes between the pathologic appearance of an active and an inactive plaque in central nervous system demyelination?
What distinguishes between the pathologic appearance of an active and an inactive plaque in central nervous system demyelination?
Which condition involves genetic deficits impairing Schwann cells' ability to produce myelin sheaths?
Which condition involves genetic deficits impairing Schwann cells' ability to produce myelin sheaths?
What is the typical presentation of Guillain-Barre Syndrome?
What is the typical presentation of Guillain-Barre Syndrome?
What happens to the Schwann cells after 2-3 weeks of demyelination in Guillain-Barre Syndrome?
What happens to the Schwann cells after 2-3 weeks of demyelination in Guillain-Barre Syndrome?
Which nerve is most at risk of being involved in Guillain-Barre Syndrome if the condition progresses to a life-threatening state?
Which nerve is most at risk of being involved in Guillain-Barre Syndrome if the condition progresses to a life-threatening state?
What is the treatment approach for severe Guillain-Barre Syndrome cases that can progress to loss of function including cervical spinal cord?
What is the treatment approach for severe Guillain-Barre Syndrome cases that can progress to loss of function including cervical spinal cord?
What is a common feature of most compressive neuropathies in the peripheral nervous system?
What is a common feature of most compressive neuropathies in the peripheral nervous system?
What is a distinguishing characteristic regarding the progression of symptoms in Guillain-Barre Syndrome compared to other conditions?
What is a distinguishing characteristic regarding the progression of symptoms in Guillain-Barre Syndrome compared to other conditions?
What is the genetic etiology of multiple sclerosis?
What is the genetic etiology of multiple sclerosis?
What is a characteristic of inactive plaques in multiple sclerosis?
What is a characteristic of inactive plaques in multiple sclerosis?
What is the role of helper T-cells in the pathogenesis of active plaques in MS?
What is the role of helper T-cells in the pathogenesis of active plaques in MS?
What do hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) stains show in MS inflammation?
What do hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) stains show in MS inflammation?
How do acute flares in MS contribute to worsened neurological symptoms?
How do acute flares in MS contribute to worsened neurological symptoms?
What is a common feature of active plaques in multiple sclerosis?
What is a common feature of active plaques in multiple sclerosis?
Which immune cells are involved in initiating an immune response against myelin in MS?
Which immune cells are involved in initiating an immune response against myelin in MS?
Which of the following is NOT an autoimmune disease?
Which of the following is NOT an autoimmune disease?
Match the following symptoms with their descriptions in compressive neurological damage:
Match the following symptoms with their descriptions in compressive neurological damage:
Match the theories of compressive nerve damage with their descriptions:
Match the theories of compressive nerve damage with their descriptions:
Match the potential consequences of compressive neurological damage with their descriptions:
Match the potential consequences of compressive neurological damage with their descriptions:
Bell's palsy is caused by compression of _______ nerve
Bell's palsy is caused by compression of _______ nerve
MS symptoms progress in a gradual manner
MS symptoms progress in a gradual manner
Guillian Barre Syndrome is characterized by acute and rapid radiculopathy
Guillian Barre Syndrome is characterized by acute and rapid radiculopathy
Guillian barre syndrome typically occrus after an ______
Guillian barre syndrome typically occrus after an ______
Hammer toe is characteristic of.....
Hammer toe is characteristic of.....
______ is a very common feature of most compressive neuropathies
______ is a very common feature of most compressive neuropathies
Study Notes
Here are the study notes:
Demyelinating Diseases
- Demyelination can occur in the central or peripheral nervous system
- Central demyelination: damage to oligodendrocytes or their processes that myelinate axons, commonly caused by autoimmune mechanisms (multiple sclerosis)
- Peripheral demyelination: damage to Schwann cells, commonly caused by genetic deficits or autoimmune mechanisms
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
- Immune-mediated disease directed against the central nervous system
- Genetic polygenic etiology: candidate genes include HLA-II gene (DRB1/DRB15) responsible for antigen presentation, and variations in IL-2, IL-7, and IL-17 genes
- Other factors: link to viral infections (e.g., Epstein-Barr virus), and reduced vitamin D levels
- Pathogenesis: two phases - active plaques (inflammation, demyelination, and axon damage) and inactive plaques (loss of axons, oligodendrocytes, and myelin)
- Gross pathology: well-circumscribed, irregularly shaped plaques in white matter areas
- Signs and symptoms: vision problems, weakness, numbness, fatigue, heat and activity intolerance, Uhthoff sign
- Diagnosis: clinical diagnosis, aided by characteristic lesions on brain and spinal MRI, and presence of certain antibodies in CSF
- Treatment and prognosis: no cure, immunomodulators can be used for chronic treatment, steroids for acute flares, prognosis varies depending on the pattern of progression
Guillain-Barre Syndrome
- Acute onset immune-mediated demyelinating neuropathy
- Pathogenesis: typically occurs after an infection, immune system mistakenly attacks the nerves
- Clinical features: acute onset of weakness or flaccid paralysis, loss of autonomic nervous system function, loss of sensory function
- Diagnosis, treatment, prognosis: clinical diagnosis, EMG and nerve conduction studies, treatment with plasmapheresis and immunoglobulins, prognosis generally good
Compressive Neurological Damage
- Theories of compressive nerve damage: direct mechanical damage, ischemia, and impingement of the nerve
- Examples of compressive disorders: carpal tunnel syndrome, ulnar nerve entrapment, thoracic outlet syndrome, and disk herniation
Other Neurological Disorders
- Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease: hereditary sensory and motor neuropathy, characterized by demyelination of peripheral nerves
- Bell's palsy: idiopathic paralysis of the facial nerve, thought to be caused by compression of the facial nerve during inflammation
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