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(G53.1*) Multiple cranial nerve palsies in infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere
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NaN% mortality rate associated with the disease multiple cranial nerve palsies in infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere
Diagnosis multiple cranial nerve palsies in infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere is diagnosed Prevalent in Women Only
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Women receive the diagnosis multiple cranial nerve palsies in infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere
0 (No mortality)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease multiple cranial nerve palsies in infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere - Men and Women aged 0
No Cases of the Disease Multiple cranial nerve palsies in infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere identified in Men
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-95+
No Cases of the Disease Multiple cranial nerve palsies in infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere identified in Men
Disease Features multiple cranial nerve palsies in infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere
Absence or low individual and public risk
Multiple cranial nerve palsies in infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere - what does this mean
Multiple cranial nerve palsies in infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere occur when a person is infected with a parasite or virus that affects the cranial nerves, leading to paralysis or weakness of the muscles in the face, head, and neck. this can cause vision loss, difficulty speaking, and difficulty swallowing.
What happens during the disease - multiple cranial nerve palsies in infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere
Multiple cranial nerve palsies in infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere is caused by inflammation of the nerves due to the presence of a pathogen, such as a virus or parasite. this inflammation can cause the nerves to become damaged, leading to numbness, tingling, and other symptoms associated with cranial nerve palsies. in some cases, the inflammation can also cause the nerves to become compressed, leading to a further decrease in nerve function.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Perform a physical examination to assess the patient's cranial nerve function.
- Order laboratory tests such as blood tests, urine tests, and imaging studies to identify any underlying infections or parasites.
- Perform a neurological examination to assess the patient's cranial nerve function.
- Order a lumbar puncture to test for any infectious or parasitic agents.
- Order an electroencephalogram (EEG) to assess the patient's brain electrical activity.
- Perform a brain MRI or CT scan to assess for any structural abnormalities in the brain.
- Order an auditory brainstem response (ABR) test to assess the auditory nerve.
- Order a visual evoked potential (VEP) test to assess the visual nerve.
- Order a somatosensory evoked potential (SSEP) test to assess the somatosensory nerve.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the symptoms of multiple cranial nerve palsies in infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere.
- Administering antibiotics to combat the underlying infection
- Providing supportive care to manage the symptoms
- Prescribing corticosteroids to reduce inflammation
- Performing physical therapy to improve muscle strength and coordination
- Prescribing anticonvulsants to reduce seizure activity
- Providing speech and language therapy to improve communication skills
- Prescribing medications to reduce pain
- Performing surgical procedures to correct physical deformities
No Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Multiple cranial nerve palsies in infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere - Prevention
The prevention of multiple cranial nerve palsies in infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere involves avoiding contact with contaminated food and water, practicing good hygiene, and receiving prompt and appropriate medical care for any suspected infections. vaccines may be available to reduce the risk of certain infectious diseases.