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Can scoliosis cause paralysis?
If the scoliosis is so severe that there is injury to the spinal cord, paralysis could result.
What is Giambra Syndrome?
There is nothing found by the name of Giambra syndrome. There is Guillain-Barre syndrome which is a rare disease that can cause weakness and even paralysis.
What is the most common cause of locked-in syndrome?
The most common cause involves any condition that affects an area of the brain called the ventral pons; all of the nerve tracts responsible for voluntary movement pass through the ventral pons
Can a viral infection of the spinal cord cause paralysis?
yes it can, paralysis will appear with any type of spinal cord injury
What is the difference between brain damage and brain injury?
The difference is that one can have a brain injury and not have brain damage. Essentially, brain damage is caused by injury or trauma to the brain. However, not every injury to the brain will cause brain damage.
What is the difference between brain injury and brain damage?
The difference is that one can have a brain injury and not have brain damage. Essentially, brain damage is caused by injury or trauma to the brain. However, not every injury to the brain will cause brain damage.
Which condtion is characterized by paralysis and is often fatal?
Guillaiin-Barre Syndrome, for one. However, there are quite a few conditions that can cause paralysis and often be fatal.
Which of these diseases can cause permanent paralysis?
Polio and Guillain-Barre syndrome are two diseases that can potentially cause permanent paralysis due to damage to the nerves and muscles. Other conditions such as spinal cord injuries or certain autoimmune disorders can also lead to permanent paralysis.
Do nose piercings cause paralysis?
Paralysis is caused when there is damage to the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) that prevents messages from being passed between the brain and the body. A nose piercing can not cause paralysis because the neural messages responsible for movement are sent from the brain to the body through the spinal cord, not through the nose. A nose piercing could cause infection if sterile procedures are not taken, but not paralysis.
Can a brain injury cause arthritis?
We don't know exactly what the cause of arthritisis, however it is unlikely that a brain injury would bring it on.
What is the cause of 'Organic brain syndrome'?
Organic brain syndrome is caused by physical damage or dysfunction of the brain, often due to factors such as traumatic brain injury, brain infections, vascular disorders, or exposure to toxins. It can result in a variety of cognitive and behavioral symptoms, affecting a person's ability to think, reason, and remember. Treatment depends on the underlying cause and symptoms experienced.
Can a head injury cause empty sella syndrome?
yes
