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How may postpolio syndrome be prevented?
There is no way to prevent PPS. However, paying attention to what types of exertion worsen symptoms may slow the progression of the syndrome.
What is the prognosis for those with postpolio syndrome?
Relatively good. It is a very slow, gradually progressing syndrome. Only about 20% of all patients with PPS will need to rely on new aids for mobility or breathing.
What are the characteristics of postpolio syndrome?
In almost half of those who contract polio in childhood, muscle pain and weakness reappears three or four decades later
What is the onset of postpolio syndrome?
Postpolio syndrome typically has a gradual onset, with symptoms appearing years after the initial recovery from acute polio infection. Patients may begin experiencing new weakness, muscle fatigue, pain, and other symptoms that gradually worsen over time.
How is Brown-Sequard syndrome diagnosed?
Brown-Sequard syndrome is diagnosed based on the patient's medical history and a physical examination
Has anybody been diagnosed with Tourette's syndrome but later found out they have Asperger's Syndrome?
Yes. There are people who have both Tourette's syndrome and Asperger's Syndrome. Depending on the severity of each, sometimes Tourette's syndrome will be diagnosed before Asperger's Syndrome. Both conditions have echolalia as a possible symptom, so if it is diagnosed as an element of Tourette's syndrome, it might not be considered as a symptom of another condition, which could delay diagnosis of Asperger's Syndrome. However, Asperger's Syndrome is diagnosed based on a number of symptoms, so a diagnosis of Tourette's syndrome would probably mask only a mild case of Asperger's Syndrome. Before Asperger's Syndrome became a recognized condition, it was diagnosed as other conditions. It is possible that one of those misdiagnoses could have been Tourette's syndrome.
What syndrome does Jeremy twitch stenberg have?
Tourette's syndrome, which he was diagnosed with at the age of five
How is turner syndrome diagnosed?
By doing a genetic bloodtest.
Who are scooters designed for?
Scooters are designed for people who are able to walk, but have difficulty walking significant distances. Examples include people with milder forms of cerebral palsy , multiple sclerosis , postpolio syndrome.
What is the medical condition postpolio syndrome?
A condition that strikes survivors of the disease polio. PPS occurs about 20-30 years after the original bout with polio, and causes slow but progressive weakening of muscles.
What are the treatments for postpolio syndrome?
No treatments but relief of symptoms. Anti-inflammatory medications, hot packs, stretching exercises, and physical therapy. Possibly new braces, wheelchairs, motorized scooters, ventilator.
Does Temple Grandin have autism or is it Asperger's Syndrome?
When she was a child, Temple Grandin was diagnosed as having autism. If she were being diagnosed today, it would probably be labeled Asperger's Syndrome.
