Paramyotonia congenita is usually mild enough not to require any treatment at all. If muscle stiffness is truly problematic, quinine or anticonvulsant medications (such as phenytoin) may improve functioning.
Paramyotonia congenita is diagnosed and treated by neurologists.
Paramyotonia congenita is believed to be caused by a defect in the chloride channels of the muscles.
Paramyotonia congenita is an inherited condition that causes stiffness and enlargement of muscles, particularly leg muscles.
Paramyotonia congenita is passed on in families as an autosomal dominant trait. This means that males and females are affected equally
Symptoms of paramyotonia congenita include muscle stiffness and weakness that worsens with exercise or cold temperatures. Individuals may experience muscle pain, cramps, and difficulty relaxing muscles after contraction. These symptoms are typically seen in the face, neck, and hands.
The average age of onset for Paramyotonia congenita is typically around 10 years old, but symptoms can present at any age from infancy to adulthood. It is an inherited condition that affects skeletal muscle function and can cause muscle stiffness and weakness exacerbated by cold temperatures or exercise.
if one parent has the trait, the offspring have a 75% chance of also having the condition
Although annoying, it does not cause significant disability, and the patient usually learns to make lifestyle adjustments that prevent exacerbations (for example, dressing warmly and avoiding exposure to cold).
mexilitine, quinine,
Surgical removal of a testicle is the usual treatment if a tumor is found within the gland itself.
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