• What Is Paraneoplastic Syndrome & Can Benign Tumors Cause It? (epainassist.com)
  • Paraneoplastic syndromes occur in about 8% of all malignant tumors. (bvsalud.org)
  • Renal syndrome is characterized by hypokalemic nephropathy, and it occurs in 50% of individuals with ACTH secreting tumors of the lung. (targetwoman.com)
  • Blackish pigmentation of the skin usually occurs in patients with metastatic melanomas or pancreatic tumors. (targetwoman.com)
  • Neuroendocrine neoplasms (NENs) include all tumors derived from the diffuse endocrine system. (springeropen.com)
  • This presentation occurs more commonly with centrally located tumors such as squamous cell tumors and SCLC. (sts.org)
  • Wiedemann-Beckwith syndrome is related to abnormalities on chromosome 11p15 and characterized by multiple craniofacial anomalies, abdominal wall defects, and tumors of the genitourinary tract, liver, adrenal gland, and central nervous system among other abnormalities. (abdominalkey.com)
  • Hypoglycemia may be seen at the end of life from decreased gluconeogenesis from liver failure or from a paraneoplastic syndrome associated with tumors that secrete insulin-like growth factors (3). (mypcnow.org)
  • von Hippel-Lindau (VHL) disease, or von Hippel-Lindau syndrome, is a rare genetic disorder characterized by visceral cysts and benign tumors in multiple organ systems that have subsequent potential for malignant change. (medscape.com)
  • Subsequent radiotherapy in case of incompletely resected tumors can be an important option to avoid recurrence or metastasis even though this occurs rarely. (hindawi.com)
  • Testicular Adrenal Rest Tumors (TARTs) as presenting symptom of CAH due to CYP11A1deficiency. (eurospe.org)
  • Thymoma tumors affect both men and women equally and typically occur in individuals between their 50s and 60s. (uniqacare.com)
  • Thymoma tumors often progress without any noticeable symptoms, and they are typically discovered incidentally during tests conducted for other medical conditions. (uniqacare.com)
  • This neoplasm may present with renal signs and symptoms, such as hypertension, hematuria and abdominal pain. (aafp.org)
  • [ 5 ] Pancreatic and renal cysts can also occur and may be present concurrently. (medscape.com)
  • Tumor-induced osteomalacia (TIO) is a rare, acquired paraneoplastic disorder characterized by a renal phosphate leak leading to hypophosphatemia and deranged bone turnover. (hindawi.com)
  • When a patient without a known cancer presents with one of the "typical" paraneoplastic syndromes, a diagnosis of cancer should be considered and investigated. (medscape.com)
  • Diagnosis may be suspected based on symptoms, urine testing, and medical imaging. (wikipedia.org)
  • Update on the diagnosis and treatment of POEMS (polyneuropathy, organomegaly, endocrinopathy, monoclonal gammopathy and skin changes) syndrome. (msdmanuals.com)
  • These symptoms sometimes appear before the diagnosis of a malignancy. (targetwoman.com)
  • The diagnosis and staging of lung cancer may be influenced by clinical symptoms, physical examination, radiographic evaluation, and pathologic results. (sts.org)
  • Symptomatic and severe combined immunodeficiency disorders, later, as affected by hemophilia a with the down syndrome are the essentials of diagnosis & typical features firm, freely movable, called a positive or present, decreased, increased n, normal or only minimally elevated. (elastizell.com)
  • Chapter 32 Gastrointestinal Cancers DIAGNOSIS TREATMENT DIAGNOSITC IMAGING MEDICATIONS CT scan, MRI, labeled somatostatin receptor-based diagnostic imaging ▪ Localization, TNM staging ▪ Presence of hepatic lesions SURGERY Endoscopy with biopsy ▪ Tumor visualization ▪ Histopathological analysis, grading ▪ Somatostatin analogues suppress tumor proliferation, decrease symptoms ▪ Surgical removal of tumor LAB RESULTS ▪ 5-hydroxyindoleacetic acid, chromogranin Figure 32.2 Gross pathology of carcinoid tumor of the terminal ileum. (osmosis.org)
  • Neurologic symptoms typically precede a cancer diagnosis by weeks to months. (logicalimages.com)
  • The diagnosis of paraneoplastic dermatomyositis was made owing to progressive muscle weakness and elevation of muscle enzymes associated with the typical rash of the face and hands. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Hematologic syndromes are related to anemia, thrombocytosis , disseminated intravascular coagulation, and leukemoid reactions from several types of cancers. (targetwoman.com)
  • The term paraneoplastic syndrome refers to the conditions when tumor-related symptoms are not caused by the size, invasion or metastasis of a tumor, but due to soluble mediators produced or an immune reaction induced by a tumor. (bvsalud.org)
  • Watery diarrhea and electrolyte imbalance, leads to asthenia, confusion and exhaustion, all characteristic of gastrointestinal syndromes. (targetwoman.com)
  • These changes may occur in the gastrointestinal system, in the distribution of drugs with changes in body fat and muscle and drug elimination. (wikidoc.org)
  • Paraneoplastic neurologic syndromes (PNS) are a group of conditions that affect the nervous system (brain, spinal cord, nerves and/or muscles) and usually occur in individuals who already have cancer. (epainassist.com)
  • An estimated 3-5% of people with SCLC also have neurologic syndromes. (healthline.com)
  • In a broad sense, these syndromes are collections of symptoms that result from substances produced by the tumor, and they occur remotely from the tumor itself. (medscape.com)
  • Paraneoplastic syndromes are rare disorders that are triggered by an altered immune system response to a neoplasm. (medscape.com)
  • Risk factors for Wilms' tumor include a family history and certain genetic disorders such as WAGR syndrome. (wikipedia.org)
  • Non-endocrine dysfunctions include deposition of protein in tissue (amyloidosis), decrease in hemoglobin or red blood cells (anemia), disorders of nerves, muscles (neuromyopathies), blood vessels (vasculopathy) and blood clotting mechanisms (coagulopathy). (wikipedia.org)
  • Endocrine syndromes resemble common endocrine disorders. (targetwoman.com)
  • Neurologic or neuromuscular syndromes relate to cancers and such disorders affect 6% of all patients with cancer. (targetwoman.com)
  • Denys-Drash syndrome, due to mutations of the WT1 gene, is also associated with a congenital nephropathy and disorders of sexual development. (abdominalkey.com)
  • Typically, their neurological symptoms and signs reflect their underlying neurologic disorders rather than structural spinal pathology reported on magnetic resonance images (MR) or computed tomographic scans (CT). (surgicalneurologyint.com)
  • Various conditions involving the central nervous system (CNS) can emerge as RPD, including Creutzfeld-Jakob disease (CJD) and other spongiform encephalopathies, vascular disorders, autoimmune and paraneoplastic encephalopathies, subacute infections, metabolic and toxic disorders and systemic diseases (see Table 1 ). (touchneurology.com)
  • Patients usually present with mass-associated respiratory symptoms, superior vena cava syndrome, or paraneoplastic syndrome, including myasthenia gravis, pure red cell aplasia, or acquired hypogammaglobulinemia, and connective tissue disorders ( 4 ). (brieflands.com)
  • The onset of his symptomatology dates back 3 months to the onset of intermittent solid dysphagia (a symptom of dermatomyositis because muscle damage can lead to swallowing disorders), which became total, motivating establishment of a nasogastric feeding tube, and associated with a rash on the face and hands, with intense fatigue and nonquantified significant weight loss. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Thyroid medication and hormone therapy can prevent hair loss in hormonal and endocrine disorders. (animalboardingnearme.com)
  • Examples are thyroid , adrenal , sex hormone imbalances, anxiety or depression , yeast overgrowth or intestinal issues , fibromyalgia , autoimmune disorders , Migraines , Chronic Headaches and fatigue syndrome . (drhagmeyer.com)
  • Many endocrine disorders have characteristic manifestations pertaining to the eye, the classical being the exophthalmos in thyrotoxicosis. (neurologyindia.com)
  • Paraneoplastic cerebellar degeneration causes gait difficulties, dizziness, nausea and diplopia. (targetwoman.com)
  • The majority of cases are sporadic, but hereditary forms are also known, namely, familiar hyperaldosteronism types I-IV and primary aldosteronism with seizures and neurological abnormalities syndrome. (bvsalud.org)
  • The presenting symptoms of a brain tumor may include elevated intracranial pressure, nerve abnormalities and seizures. (aafp.org)
  • Other common symptoms include hyperthermia, somnolence, and endocrine abnormalities associated with hypothalamic dysfunction. (logicalimages.com)
  • The common symptoms may be endocrine, neuromuscular or musculoskeletal. (epainassist.com)
  • Unfortunately, in some cases these antibodies cross-react with normal tissues and destroy them, which may result in a paraneoplastic disorder. (medscape.com)
  • About 15% of patients with POEMS syndrome have associated Castleman disease (a lymphoproliferative disorder, some forms of which are associated with infection by HIV or human herpesvirus 8). (msdmanuals.com)
  • Opsoclonus-Myoclonus- A rare neuroinflammatory disorder of paraneoplastic, parainfectious or idiopathic origin that affects the nervous system. (epainassist.com)
  • Paraneoplastic syndrome is defined as a rare disorder triggered by a response to neoplasm of an immune system that is altered. (targetwoman.com)
  • The causes of the paraneoplastic syndromes associated with underlying cancers are not well known. (medscape.com)
  • Because of the highly aggressive nature of these cancers, two thirds of patients exhibit symptoms resulting from metastatic or systemic disease at the time of initial presentation. (sts.org)
  • Only about 2 percent of all cancers in western industrialized nations occur in children. (aafp.org)
  • 2 Childhood cancers occur at a slightly higher rate in males and at a significantly higher rate in whites. (aafp.org)
  • There are two types of cancers that can occur in the thymus gland. (uniqacare.com)
  • Endocrine dysfunctions include increase in blood calcium levels (hypercalcemia), high blood pressure (hypertension), increased red bloods (polycythemia), liver dysfunction, milky nipple discharge unrelated normal breast-feeding (galactorrhea), and Cushing's syndrome. (wikipedia.org)
  • In this short synopsis, the main clinical and laboratory characteristics of the most important paraneoplastic endocrine syndromes are presented including humoral hypercalcemia, the syndrome of inappropriate ADH secretion, ectopic ACTH syndrome. (bvsalud.org)
  • Treatment of hypercalcemia with saline infusion, loop diuretics, biphosphonate and calcitonin was effective in normalizing calcium levels and consciousness state within 48 hours, but a relapse occurred 4 weeks later and the patient succumbed to his disease. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Clinicians should be aware of this rare manifestation of CC as prompt and aggressive correction of hypercalcemia alleviates symptoms and improves patient's quality of life, despite the poor overall prognosis. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Hypercalcemia occurs in around 30% of patients with malignant disease. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Cushing Syndrome - A noncancerous benign tumor of the pituitary gland occurs due to abnormally high levels of cortisol. (epainassist.com)
  • Ameloblastomas arise from the dental lamina epithelium, and generally occur as either a benign or malignant ameloblastoma. (medpagetoday.com)
  • Myasthenia gravis is a common Paraneoplastic syndrome in patients with thymoma, a malignancy arising from epithelial cells of the thymus. (targetwoman.com)
  • Neuromuscular symptoms mimic common neurological conditions. (targetwoman.com)
  • Many paraneoplastic syndromes are triggered by an abnormal immune response where antibodies or a type of white blood cell called T cells attack and damage healthy cells. (healthline.com)
  • In addition to inhibiting GABA, paraneoplastic SMS also produces antibodies against the enzyme amphiphysin. (medicinelearners.com)
  • In the case of paraneoplastic SMS, antibodies against the enzyme amphiphysin also appear. (medicinelearners.com)
  • However, since antibodies against glutamate decarboxylase as well as against amphiphysin also occur in other diseases, the usefulness of this test in clarifying stiff-man syndrome is often questioned. (medicinelearners.com)
  • [ 7 ] The first report of a paraneoplastic syndrome has been attributed to a French physician, M. Auchè, who described peripheral nervous system involvement in cancer patients in 1890. (medscape.com)
  • Stiff Man Syndrome (SMS) is a rare autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system and endocrine glands. (medicinelearners.com)
  • It is an autoimmune disease of the central nervous system and endocrine glands. (medicinelearners.com)
  • The cause of stiff man syndrome is an autoimmune process affecting the nervous system and endocrine glands. (medicinelearners.com)
  • In acute neuropathies such as Guillain-Barré syndrome (in which the body's immune system attacks part of the peripheral nervous system and impairs sending and receiving nerve signals), symptoms appear suddenly, progress rapidly, and resolve slowly as damaged nerves heal. (nervepaincenter.com)
  • They are defined as clinical syndromes involving nonmetastatic systemic effects that accompany malignant disease. (medscape.com)
  • These are clinical syndromes produced by tumor although they occur remotely from the tumor itself. (targetwoman.com)
  • Early on, kidney masses do not typically cause any symptoms and are undetectable on physical examination. (wikipedia.org)
  • Paraneoplastic syndromes occur typically among middle-aged to older patients. (targetwoman.com)
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), and Postpolio Syndrome (PPS)) present with progressive neurological deterioration typically attributed to their underlying diseases rather than surgical spinal pathology. (surgicalneurologyint.com)
  • Hypertrophy of the ovarian tissue may result in endocrine manifestations such as virilization [6]. (symptoma.com)
  • Lower limb deep vein thrombosis and paraneoplastic syndromes are some of the other manifestations in individuals with ovarian metastases. (symptoma.com)
  • Limbic encephalitis is when inflammation occurs in the limbic system (a part of your brain) due to an inappropriate immune response. (healthline.com)
  • Paraneoplastic limbic encephalitis is characterized by depression, seizures, irritability and short term memory loss and neurologic symptoms rapidly resemble dementia . (targetwoman.com)
  • Limbic encephalitis - Patients present with acute or subacute mood and behavioral changes, short-term memory difficulties, cognitive dysfunction, and complex partial seizures with symptoms developing over days to weeks. (logicalimages.com)
  • Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome is a rare autoimmune condition that causes miscommunication between your nerves and muscles. (healthline.com)
  • Cutaneous syndromes are manifested by itching and flushes, alopecia, or hypertrichosis. (targetwoman.com)
  • In a nutshell, it is a clinical syndrome that involves non-metastatic systemic effects usually accompanied by malignant diseases. (epainassist.com)
  • [1] The presence of symptoms is usually related to either locally advanced or metastatic disease. (sts.org)
  • Metastatic disease occurs in 16% of all RMS cases and has a poor prognosis. (stanfordchildrens.org)
  • Lung carcinoma is the most common type of cancer that often leads to paraneoplastic syndrome. (epainassist.com)
  • A prothrombin time pt generally is the most common paraneoplastic endocrine syndrome. (elastizell.com)
  • Furthermore, as shown in Table 2 , the presenting signs and symptoms are often nonspecific and mimic those of common childhood conditions such as viral infections. (aafp.org)
  • Although neuropathy may be painful and potentially debilitating, very few forms are fatal.In diabetic neuropathy, one of the most common forms of peripheral neuropathy, nerve damage occurs in an ascending pattern. (nervepaincenter.com)
  • Common symptoms and signs of a malignancy such as weight loss , anorexia , easy fatiguability , asthenia , nausea , vomiting , and diarrhea may also be present. (symptoma.com)
  • They can occur in any organ , but the most common forms occur in the uterus , small bowel and the esophagus . (wikidoc.org)
  • For patient education information, see the Cancer Center , as well as Lung Cancer , Lymphoma , and Carcinoid Syndrome . (medscape.com)
  • Although cough is the most frequent presenting symptom of NSCLC, occurring in 75% of patients, [2] the finding is nonspecific and is frequently present in cigarette smokers. (sts.org)
  • Hemoptysis is usually not massive in NSCLC and may occur in 25% to 40% of patients. (sts.org)
  • Patients with Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome and Denys-Drash syndrome have an increased risk of developing Wilms tumor ( 5 , 6 ). (abdominalkey.com)
  • Few patients with neurodegenerative syndromes (MS, ALS, PPS) and reported "significant" spondyloitic spinal disease interpreted on MR/CT studies required surgery. (surgicalneurologyint.com)
  • Spondylotic changes (stenosis, spondylosis, disc disease, instability) seen on MR and/or CT studies were correlated with patients' clinical symptoms and signs. (surgicalneurologyint.com)
  • Primary care physicians should be alert for possible presenting signs and symptoms of childhood malignancy, particularly in patients with Down syndrome or other congenital and familial conditions associated with an increased risk of cancer. (aafp.org)
  • When blood glucose levels fall below 70 mg/dl, most patients begin to exhibit both sympathetic-derived symptoms (tachycardia, palpitations, diaphoresis, and tremulousness) and parasympathetic-derived symptoms (nausea and hunger). (mypcnow.org)
  • Thus, for the elderly and other at-risk patients with a recent history of hypoglycemia, routine finger stick glucose testing may be appropriate even in end of life care to minimize these barriers and prevent uncomfortable symptoms of hypoglycemia, especially if the patient is in a care setting which would easily allow testing and death is not imminent. (mypcnow.org)
  • Regardless, it is imperative that clinicians caring for terminally ill patients be aware of the signs of hypoglycemia in the absence of diagnostic testing so that appropriate care discussions and clinical decision-making occur between clinicians and the patient's surrogate. (mypcnow.org)
  • During the syndrome of imminent death, return to consciousness may not always be desired especially in patients with concomitant refractory symptoms. (mypcnow.org)
  • The findings from those studies on motor symptoms, medication requirements, quality of life, and independence in activities of daily living in PD patients are summarized and presented in tabulated form in this paper at the end. (neurologyindia.com)
  • however, serious and occasionally life-threatening irAEs are reported in the literature, and treatment-related deaths occur in up to 2% of patients, varying by ICI. (bmj.com)
  • Cancer, one of the most serious diseases of our time, can also occur in the thymus gland. (uniqacare.com)
  • The thymus gland is part of both the lymphatic and endocrine systems, along with the tonsils, adenoids, and spleen. (uniqacare.com)
  • The other rare type of cancer that can occur in the thymus gland is called thymic carcinoma. (uniqacare.com)
  • Two very rare diseases, paraneoplastic hypoglycemia and tumor-induced osteomalatia are also briefly presented. (bvsalud.org)
  • Hypoglycemia is confirmed by Whipple's triad: symptoms suggestive of hypoglycemia, a low plasma glucose concentration at the time of symptoms, and resolution of the symptoms after the plasma glucose level is raised (1). (mypcnow.org)
  • In these cases, supportive care that addresses the symptoms of hypoglycemia without correcting the hypoglycemia may be preferred. (mypcnow.org)
  • Summary Hypoglycemia can be both an uncomfortable symptom and a life limiting condition. (mypcnow.org)
  • Paraneoplastic Syndromes Paraneoplastic syndromes are symptoms that occur at sites distant from a tumor or its metastasis. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Ovarian metastasis is not a rare condition and occurs secondary to malignancies originating from the stomach, colon , breast, endometrium, fallopian tubes , or cervix. (symptoma.com)
  • Paraneoplastic syndromes may be the first or most prominent manifestation of a cancer. (medscape.com)
  • In a patient who is already receiving treatment for cancer, the onset of a paraneoplastic syndrome may be an indication of relapse. (medscape.com)
  • RCC may present with signs and symptoms caused by the substances the cancer cell produce (i.e. paraneoplastic syndromes). (wikipedia.org)
  • citation needed] Paraneoplastic syndromes caused by kidney cancer can be broadly classified as endocrine and non-endocrine. (wikipedia.org)
  • It can occur in around 10 percent of people with this type of cancer. (epainassist.com)
  • Some symptoms are even noticed even before cancer is diagnosed. (epainassist.com)
  • Paraneoplastic syndromes are groups of certain signs and symptoms that develop in some people with cancer. (healthline.com)
  • Other paraneoplastic syndromes are caused by cancer cells releasing hormones or other substances. (healthline.com)
  • The term paraneoplastic syndrome has been used since the 1940s to describe groups of signs and symptoms that develop in some people with cancer. (healthline.com)
  • These syndromes are estimated to develop in 1-7.4% of people with cancer. (healthline.com)
  • While paraneoplastic stiff man syndrome is the result of cancer, classic SMS occurs spontaneously. (medicinelearners.com)
  • Some genetic syndromes requiring increased vigilance for cancer are also discussed. (aafp.org)
  • The symptoms are not directly related to complications of the cancer or cancer-specific treatment. (logicalimages.com)
  • The symptoms differ broadly pertaining to the particular condition associated and may involve signs of increased levels of calcium, signs of reduced levels of sodium level in the blood, signs associated with high cortisol level, and other symptoms. (epainassist.com)
  • This syndrome is a group of signs and symptoms caused by a substance that is produced by a tumor, or in reaction to a tumor. (targetwoman.com)
  • A spinal tumor often presents with signs and symptoms of spinal cord compression. (aafp.org)
  • In children, lymphoma may present as one or more painless masses, often in the neck, accompanied by signs and symptoms resulting from local compression, as well as signs and symptoms of systemic disturbances, such as fever and weight loss. (aafp.org)
  • Signs and symptoms that warrant evaluation are summarized in Table 3 . (aafp.org)
  • Fever, weight loss, and tiredness may also occur. (wikipedia.org)
  • Other symptoms that are consistent with advanced disease include weight loss, fever, night sweats, palpable swollen lymph nodes in the neck, non-reducing varicocele, bone pain, continuous cough, and bilateral lower leg swelling. (wikipedia.org)
  • Sweet's Syndrome - A rare skin condition characterized by fever and the sudden onset of a rash, fever and elevated blood cell count. (epainassist.com)
  • This condition generally shows symptoms fairly quickly when compared to other types of diseases. (epainassist.com)
  • This is why stiff man syndrome often occurs with other hormone-related diseases. (medicinelearners.com)
  • Finally, stiff man syndrome is often associated with endocrine diseases such as type 1 diabetes mellitus and thyroid diseases (overactive and underactive). (medicinelearners.com)
  • We also wanted to summarize the up-to-date knowledge about systemic diseases that have pruritus as a symptom and may be associated with an increase in the incidence of pruritus in the perioperative period. (asahq.org)
  • She mentioned no previous illness except hypothyroidism in pregnancy that was managed with levothyroxine and denied any history of paraneoplastic diseases. (brieflands.com)
  • Stiff Man Syndrome is a very rare condition characterized by gradual stiffening of the muscles. (medicinelearners.com)
  • Endocrine, monogenetic or syndromal causes are rare, but currently underdiagnosed and important to identify for the need of specific treatment. (eurospe.org)
  • Tumor-induced osteomalacia (TIO) is a rare paraneoplastic syndrome that presents with hypophosphatemia, bone pain, muscle weakness and fractures. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Symptoms can range from numbness or tingling, to pricking sensations (paresthesia), or muscle weakness. (nervepaincenter.com)
  • Paraneoplastic syndromes tend to develop in middle-aged or older adults. (healthline.com)
  • Subacute sensory neuropathy causes damage to sensory nerves that can lead to symptoms such as burning, tingling, and numbness in your limbs. (healthline.com)
  • It is characterized by rapidly progressive short-term memory loss, psychiatric symptoms, and seizures. (epainassist.com)
  • Central hypothyroidism can occur isolated or as part of multiple pituitary hormone deficiency and can be a congenital or ac. (eurospe.org)
  • Background: TARTs mostly occur in congenital adrenal hyperplasia due to 21-hydroxylase deficiency, but were described in other forms of CAH. (eurospe.org)
  • When they present with symptoms, either the primary malignancy may be diagnosed concomitantly or may have been identified earlier [1] [3]. (symptoma.com)
  • The main symptom is an increasing chronic increase in tone of the back and lumbar muscles. (medicinelearners.com)
  • In chronic forms, symptoms begin subtly and progress slowly. (nervepaincenter.com)
  • Chronic alcoholic myopathy is a gradually evolving syndrome of proximal weakness, atrophy, and gait disturbance that frequently complicates years of alcohol abuse. (kuality.ca)
  • In other cases, paraneoplastic syndromes result from the production and release of physiologically active substances by the tumor. (medscape.com)
  • Although the pathogenesis remains unclear, these symptoms may be secondary to substances secreted. (msdmanuals.com)
  • When these cells become cancerous, they can overproduce hormones or other biologically active substances that lead to the development of endocrine paraneoplastic syndromes. (healthline.com)
  • Symptoms may include blood in the urine, lump in the abdomen, or back pain. (wikipedia.org)
  • Symptoms include cold intolerance, fatigue, and weight gain. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Orthopedic symptoms include the occurrence of hyperlordosis, joint stiffness, constant dislocation of joints and spontaneous fractures. (medicinelearners.com)
  • Severe symptoms may include burning pain (especially at night), muscle wasting, paralysis, or organ or gland dysfunction. (nervepaincenter.com)
  • Stiff Man Syndrome is an insidious disease that causes serious physical and mental complications as the disease progresses. (medicinelearners.com)
  • Organized fibroglial bands with traction retinal detachment and vitreous hemorrhage may occur, along with potential complications such as glaucoma or permanent vision loss. (medscape.com)
  • The restriction of the function of glutamate decarboxylase and amphiphysin explains the neurological symptoms of the disease. (medicinelearners.com)
  • Before her respiratory symptoms are fully resolved, the patient returns to Haiti and she does not return for postoperative care or chemotherapy. (medpagetoday.com)