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Neuromuscular Disorders Flashcards

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  1. What is multiple sclerosis?

    Answer: An autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks myelin in the CNS, causing varied neurological symptoms

    MS damages the myelin sheath around nerve fibers, disrupting signal transmission and causing diverse symptoms.

  2. What is Parkinson's disease?

    Answer: A progressive neurodegenerative disorder caused by loss of dopamine-producing neurons, causing tremor and rigidity

    The loss of dopamine neurons in the substantia nigra causes the hallmark motor symptoms: tremor, rigidity, bradykinesia, and postural instability.

  3. What is peripheral neuropathy?

    Answer: Damage to the peripheral nerves causing weakness, numbness, and pain typically in the hands and feet

    Peripheral neuropathy results from nerve damage due to diabetes, toxins, infections, or autoimmune conditions.

  4. What is Guillain-Barré syndrome?

    Answer: An autoimmune condition where the immune system attacks peripheral nerves, causing ascending weakness

    GBS causes rapidly progressive weakness starting in the legs and ascending, potentially affecting breathing muscles.

  5. What is amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)?

    Answer: A progressive disease destroying motor neurons, causing muscle weakness and eventually paralysis

    ALS progressively destroys upper and lower motor neurons, leading to loss of voluntary muscle control.

  6. What is myasthenia gravis?

    Answer: An autoimmune disorder where antibodies block acetylcholine receptors at the neuromuscular junction

    MG causes fluctuating muscle weakness that worsens with activity and improves with rest.

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