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What is the difference between spastic and flaccid paralysis?
Flaccid paralysis an abnormal condition characterized by the weakening or the loss of muscle tone. It may be caused by disease or by trauma affecting the nerves associated with the involved muscles Spastic Paralysis characterized by spasms and ↑ tendon reflexes of the muscle(s) in the paralyzed region, due to upper motor neuron disease
Why would your appendix hurt?
You may be experiencing Appendicitis, a condition characterized by inflamation of the appendix, which, if not treated, can often be fatal. A routine operation however, will solve the problem.
PARALYSES ARE DIVIDED INTO WHAT TWO GENERAL GROUPS?
Paralyses are generally divided into two main groups: flaccid paralysis and spastic paralysis. Flaccid paralysis is characterized by weakness or loss of muscle tone and reflexes, often resulting from damage to the lower motor neurons. In contrast, spastic paralysis involves increased muscle tone and exaggerated reflexes due to damage to the upper motor neurons. These distinctions help in diagnosing the underlying causes and determining appropriate treatments.
What is a sudden one set of facial paralysis?
Sudden onset facial paralysis, often referred to as Bell's palsy, is a condition characterized by the rapid weakening or paralysis of the muscles on one side of the face. This can happen without warning and may be accompanied by symptoms such as drooping of the mouth, inability to close one eye, and altered sense of taste. The exact cause is often unknown but is believed to be linked to viral infections. While most individuals recover fully within weeks to months, some may experience lingering effects.
What called the infectious disease which often results in paralysis?
Polio
What is the difference between paralysis and paraplegic?
Paralysis is loss of function of the muscle and Paresis is just weakness of the muscles
What is a fast- spreading often fatal disease called?
A fast-spreading, often fatal disease is called a plague ~Mz.Ryah Gresham Elementary
What is the medical term meaning inflammation of the myelin sheath of peripheral nerves characterized by rapidly worsening muscle weakness that can lead to temporary paralysis?
The medical term for the inflammation of the myelin sheath of peripheral nerves is "Guillain-Barré syndrome." This condition is characterized by rapidly worsening muscle weakness, which can progress to temporary paralysis. It often follows an infection and involves the immune system mistakenly attacking the myelin sheath, disrupting nerve signal transmission. Prompt medical attention is crucial for managing symptoms and recovery.
What is true concerning pseudoplegia?
Pseudoplegia is a medical condition characterized by the false appearance of weakness or paralysis, typically due to psychological or functional factors rather than organic disease. It is important to differentiate pseudoplegia from true paralysis through thorough assessment, which may involve neurological exams and imaging tests. Treatment often involves addressing the underlying psychological or functional issues contributing to the pseudoplegia.
What happens if you get Creutzfeldt Jakob disease?
A rare, often fatal disease of the brain, characterized by gradual dementia and loss of muscle control that occurs most often in middle age and is caused by a slow virus
What forms of histoplasmosis are potentially fatal?
Chronic histoplasmosis affects the lungs and can be fatal. Disseminated histoplasmosis affects many organ systems in the body and is often fatal
What is a form of food poisoning that is often fatal?
Botulism
