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The cause of stiff person syndrome is unknown, however, researchers theorize that SPS may be an autoimmune disorder.
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What part of the body does digeorge syndrome?
if a person with digeorge syndrome has a blood transfusion without it being screened can it cause a problems
Can Polyarteritis nodosa cause Churg-Strauss syndrome?
Churg-Strauss syndrome can cause Vasculitic neuropathy
A person with Klinefelter's syndrome possesses?
A person with Klinefelter's syndrome possesses an extra X chromosome.
If you are a girl and you have turner syndrome when will your growthplates close in your feet?
That would be different for every person with Turner syndrome, just like it would be different for every person without Turner syndrome.
A karyotype would be unable to Turner syndrome?
No, a karyotype shows if a person has Turner syndrome.
Is stiff person syndrome a disability?
yes.
What is stiff person syndrome?
Stiff person syndrome (SPS) is an extremely rare progressive neurological disorder characterized by persistent rigidity and spasms of certain voluntary muscles, especially those of legs and feet.
What are the chances of getting stiff man syndrome?
"Stiff Man Syndrome" now usually called "Stiff Person Syndrome" is a rare disease of the nervous system that causes progressively severe muscle stiffness in the spine and legs. It is thought to be caused by an autoimmune disorder, where the enzyme responsible for making certain neurotransmitters is destroyed by the immune system. Stiff person syndrome is very rare, so it is difficult to determine the exact prevalence of the disease. However, estimates are about 1 in 1 million people will get this disease. It is more common in diabetics, about 1 in 10 thousand people with diabetes will be affected.
Why right wrist and hand rigidity?
Carpel tunnel syndrome causes a wrist and hand to be stiff and sore. Tendonitis of the wrist, sprains, and arthritis can also cause a hand and wrist to swell, be sore, and stiff.
What part of the body does digeorge syndrome?
if a person with digeorge syndrome has a blood transfusion without it being screened can it cause a problems
What happens if a person have more chromosomes?
If it had more chromosomes it will cause to down's syndrome
What is cateplexy syndrome?
Cataplexy syndrome is when a person experiences sudden muscle weakness. This can cause uncontrollable laughing, crying, terror, and many other things.
Does Oxycontin cause serotonin syndrome?
does Oxycodone cause serotonin syndrome
What genotypes cause Klinefelter's syndrome?
The only genotype to cause Klinefelter's syndrome is XXY.
What is the prognosis for stiff person syndrome?
There is no cure for SPS and the long-term prognosis is variable. Many patients have a slow course of the disorder that is mostly without symptoms, punctuated by occasional episodes of stiffness.
Can Sjogren's syndrome cause Secondary vasculitis?
Sjogren's syndrome can cause Secondary vasculitis
Can the environment cause turner syndrome?
As far as I know, the environment is not believed to be a cause of Turner syndrome.
