Pott’s Paraplegia
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Pott’s Paraplegia

What is Pott’s paraplegia? Pott’s paraplegia, which causes severe spinal deformity, is a major complication that is challenging to cure with surgery and treatment alone. It has become accepted that chemotherapy alone can effectively cure Pott’s paraplegia in cases of early spinal TB. The most prevalent location for musculoskeletal tuberculosis is the spine, and symptoms…

Guillain-Barre-syndrome
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Guillain-Barré Syndrome

A rare disorder known as Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) causes the patient’s immune system to target the peripheral nerves. Although it can affect individuals of all ages, adults and men have a greater probability of being impacted. Even among those with the most severe forms of Guillain-Barré syndrome, the majority of patients fully recover. Although severe Guillain-Barré…

Ape Hand Vs Claw Hand
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Ape Hand Vs Claw Hand

Introduction The ape hand and claw hand are two distinct deformities that affect the hand and its functionality. Ape hand deformity, also known as median nerve palsy, occurs due to damage or compression of the median nerve, leading to weakness or paralysis of the thumb’s opposition movement, resembling the hand of an ape. On the…

multiple-sclerosis
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Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

What is a Multiple Sclerosis? Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic neurological condition affecting the central nervous system (CNS), including the brain and spinal cord. It is characterized by the immune system attacking the protective covering of nerve fibers called myelin, leading to inflammation, damage, and disruption in nerve signal transmission. Definition of multiple sclerosis:…

wrist drop
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Wrist Drop (Radial Nerve Palsy)

“Wrist drop” is a medical condition characterized by weakness or paralysis of the muscles that control wrist extension, resulting in the inability to lift the hand or extend the wrist properly. This condition can occur due to various underlying causes, including nerve damage, trauma, compression of nerves, or certain medical conditions such as radial nerve…

Diplegia
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Diplegia

Diplegia is a type of symmetrical paralysis that generally affects one or both arms and legs. It is the leading cause of paralysis in children, but it may affect persons of all ages. Diplegia is a highly variable form of paralysis that can improve, worsen, or change over time. What is Diplegia? Types Of Diplegia…

Monoplegia
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Monoplegia

Monoplegia is a kind of paralysis that occurs in only one limb. Monoplegia is generally always caused by cerebral palsy, however a few other medical problems can also cause it. Because monoplegia is rare, it is still little understood, and research into optimal medications, illness progression, and best practices for supporting patients is still in…

Paraplegia
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Paraplegia

The term “paraplegia” describes paralysis that affects the lower limbs. The paralysis symptom that primarily affects your legs is called paraplegia, though it can also occasionally affect your lower body and certain arm functions. This typically results from damage to the neurological system, particularly the spinal cord, but it can also occur from several illnesses…