Guillain-Barré Syndrome: Unraveling the Mystery of Rapid Muscle Weakness
Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is a rare but serious autoimmune disorder that affects the peripheral nervous system. It is characterized by the sudden onset of muscle weakness, tingling, and numbness in the limbs, which can rapidly progress to paralysis, difficulty swallowing, speaking, chewing, heart rate, blood pressure changes, and respiratory failure.
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Dermatomyositis: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments
Introduction: Dermatomyositis is a rare inflammatory disease that affects the muscles and skin. It is a type of autoimmune disease, meaning that it is caused by the body’s immune system attacking healthy cells or tissues instead of foreign substances like bacteria or viruses. Dermatomyositis can affect anyone but is more common in adults than children […]
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Guillain-Barré Syndrome:: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Introduction: Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is a rare but serious autoimmune disorder that affects the peripheral nervous system. It is characterized by the sudden onset of muscle weakness, tingling, and numbness in the limbs, which can rapidly progress to paralysis and respiratory failure. GBS can affect people of all ages and genders, but it is more […]
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Primary Hyperkalemic Periodic Paralysis: A Rare but Serious Condition
Introduction: Primary hyperkalemic periodic paralysis (PHPP, also known as Hyperkalemic Periodic Paralysis, HyperKPP, or, more commonly, channelopathies) is an inherited form of muscle weakness caused by alterations in muscle membrane ion channels, leading to an excessive build-up of the electrolyte potassium (K+) in the muscle cells. The prevalence of Primary hyperkalemic periodic paralysis is estimated […]
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Myopathies: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatmen
Introduction: Myopathy is a category of muscular diseases characterized by the dysfunction or damage of skeletal muscles. It encompasses various conditions that affect muscle structure, function, or both. Types and Classification of Myopathy: Several types of myopathies are characterized by distinct features and causes. • Inflammatory Myopathies: This group includes conditions such as polymyositis and […]
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Myelopathies: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Introduction: Myelopathies are neurological conditions characterized by damage or dysfunction of the spinal cord, leading to a range of symptoms. They may occur due to various factors such as trauma, inflammation, infections, degenerative diseases, vascular issues, or tumors. The spinal cord is vital in transmitting nerve signals between the brain and the rest of the […]
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