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Which type of polyneuropathy is characterized by gradual development, affects nerves throughout the body, and is often chronic?
Which type of polyneuropathy is characterized by gradual development, affects nerves throughout the body, and is often chronic?
- Chronic Polyneuropathy (correct)
- Acute Polyneuropathy
- Acute Symmetrical Peripheral Neuropathy
- Multiple Mononeuropathy
What are some common symptoms of polyneuropathy?
What are some common symptoms of polyneuropathy?
- Joint pain and skin rashes
- Fever and cough
- Numbness and tingling in the extremities, muscle weakness, and difficulty with coordination (correct)
- Blurred vision and hearing loss
Which test can help a doctor identify whether the nerves are damaged, causing sensory loss?
Which test can help a doctor identify whether the nerves are damaged, causing sensory loss?
- Blood test
- Nerve Conduction Study
- MRI Scans
- Skin Biopsy (correct)
What is the role of physiotherapy in polyneuropathy?
What is the role of physiotherapy in polyneuropathy?
Which lifestyle change may help treat polyneuropathy?
Which lifestyle change may help treat polyneuropathy?
What is the main function of physical therapists in treating polyneuropathy?
What is the main function of physical therapists in treating polyneuropathy?
What type of exercise is recommended for polyneuropathy conditions?
What type of exercise is recommended for polyneuropathy conditions?
Which type of polyneuropathy is characterized by sudden onset with severe symptoms, typically caused by autoimmune reactions or infections?
Which type of polyneuropathy is characterized by sudden onset with severe symptoms, typically caused by autoimmune reactions or infections?
What test measures how fast electrical impulses are moving through your muscles?
What test measures how fast electrical impulses are moving through your muscles?
Which type of polyneuropathy is characterized by damage to at least two nerve areas and may result from conditions like vasculitis, sarcoidosis, or cancer?
Which type of polyneuropathy is characterized by damage to at least two nerve areas and may result from conditions like vasculitis, sarcoidosis, or cancer?
Which test evaluates how the nerves and muscles work together by measuring electrical impulses along nerves, nerve roots, and muscles?
Which test evaluates how the nerves and muscles work together by measuring electrical impulses along nerves, nerve roots, and muscles?
Which medication can relieve severe pain associated with nerve irritation and inflammation?
Which medication can relieve severe pain associated with nerve irritation and inflammation?
What is the main cause of Multiple Sclerosis?
What is the main cause of Multiple Sclerosis?
How is Multiple Sclerosis clinically defined?
How is Multiple Sclerosis clinically defined?
What is the most common demographic affected by Multiple Sclerosis?
What is the most common demographic affected by Multiple Sclerosis?
What imaging study is recommended for Multiple Sclerosis?
What imaging study is recommended for Multiple Sclerosis?
What is the main characteristic symptom of Parkinson Disease?
What is the main characteristic symptom of Parkinson Disease?
At what age does Parkinson Disease usually occur?
At what age does Parkinson Disease usually occur?
Which is the second most common neurodegenerative condition after Alzheimer’s?
Which is the second most common neurodegenerative condition after Alzheimer’s?
What are the primary risk factors for Multiple Sclerosis?
What are the primary risk factors for Multiple Sclerosis?
How is Parkinson Disease primarily diagnosed?
How is Parkinson Disease primarily diagnosed?
What treatment modality is commonly used for Multiple Sclerosis?
What treatment modality is commonly used for Multiple Sclerosis?
What are the common complications associated with Multiple Sclerosis?
What are the common complications associated with Multiple Sclerosis?
What type of disorder is Multiple Sclerosis?
What type of disorder is Multiple Sclerosis?
What is the main characteristic of Parkinson's Disease (PD)?
What is the main characteristic of Parkinson's Disease (PD)?
How is PD diagnosed?
How is PD diagnosed?
What is the main cause of Motor Neuron Diseases (MND)?
What is the main cause of Motor Neuron Diseases (MND)?
Which disease affects memory, communication, physical functioning, and understanding information from the senses?
Which disease affects memory, communication, physical functioning, and understanding information from the senses?
How is Alzheimer's Disease (AD) diagnosed?
How is Alzheimer's Disease (AD) diagnosed?
What is the treatment for Parkinson's Disease (PD)?
What is the treatment for Parkinson's Disease (PD)?
Which type of neurons are affected by Motor Neuron Diseases (MND)?
Which type of neurons are affected by Motor Neuron Diseases (MND)?
Study Notes
- PD (Parkinson's Disease) is a disorder affecting the basal ganglia, particularly the dopaminergic tract, leading to neuronal loss in the substantia nigra pars compacta.
- PD diagnosis relies on medical history and neurological examination, as there are no specific blood or laboratory tests.
- PD treatment includes dopamine agonists, enzyme inhibitors, Amantadine, Anticholinergic drugs, and deep brain stimulation.
- AD (Alzheimer's Disease) is a neurodegenerative disorder characterized by amyloid-β accumulation, making up 60-80% of all dementias.
- AD affects memory (amnesia), communication (aphasia), physical functioning (apraxia), and understanding information from the senses (agnosia).
- AD diagnosis relies on signs and symptoms of mental decline, with routine laboratory tests showing no abnormality and CT brain revealing cerebral atrophy.
- MND (Motor Neuron Diseases) is a group of neurological conditions affecting motor neurons in the brain and spinal cord.
- MND damages upper and lower motor neurons, leading to muscle weakness and eventually wasting.
- Causes of MND are unknown, with ongoing research focusing on viruses, toxins, genetics, inflammation, and nerve growth factors.
- MND can be hereditary and presents with various symptoms, such as muscle weakness, speech difficulties, and respiratory changes.
- MND diagnosis involves ruling out other conditions through blood tests, urine tests, MRI brain scans, nerve conduction studies, electromyography, and muscle biopsy.
- MND has no cure, but symptoms can be managed with medications, including muscle relaxants, pain relievers, and medications to help with breathing.
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