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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Astereognosis | |||
| synonyms = Tactile agnosia | |||
| field = [[Neurology]] | |||
| symptoms = Inability to recognize objects by touch | |||
| causes = [[Brain]] lesions, particularly in the [[parietal lobe]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Neurological examination]], [[stereognosis]] tests | |||
| treatment = [[Occupational therapy]], [[physical therapy]] | |||
| prognosis = Varies depending on underlying cause | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
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This template provides a structured summary of the medical condition known as Astereognosis, which is a type of tactile agnosia where a person is unable to identify objects by touch alone, despite having normal tactile sensation. It is often associated with lesions in the parietal lobe of the brain and can be diagnosed through neurological examinations and specific tests for stereognosis. Treatment may involve occupational and physical therapy, and the prognosis can vary depending on the underlying cause of the condition. '''Astereognosis''' (also known as '''tactile agnosia''') is a form of [[agnosia]] characterized by the inability to identify objects by touch alone, despite having normal tactile sensation. This condition is typically associated with damage to the [[parietal lobe]] of the [[brain]], particularly the [[somatosensory cortex]]. | |||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Astereognosis is often caused by lesions in the parietal lobe, which can result from various conditions such as [[stroke]], [[traumatic brain injury]], or [[neurodegenerative diseases]]. The parietal lobe is responsible for integrating sensory information, and damage to this area can disrupt the brain's ability to process tactile information. | Astereognosis is often caused by lesions in the parietal lobe, which can result from various conditions such as [[stroke]], [[traumatic brain injury]], or [[neurodegenerative diseases]]. The parietal lobe is responsible for integrating sensory information, and damage to this area can disrupt the brain's ability to process tactile information. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
Individuals with astereognosis can feel the texture, temperature, and other physical properties of an object but cannot recognize or identify the object without visual input. This condition can affect one or both hands, depending on the location and extent of the brain damage. | Individuals with astereognosis can feel the texture, temperature, and other physical properties of an object but cannot recognize or identify the object without visual input. This condition can affect one or both hands, depending on the location and extent of the brain damage. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of astereognosis typically involves a neurological examination and specific tests to assess tactile perception. One common test is the stereognosis test, where the patient is asked to identify objects placed in their hand without looking at them. Imaging studies such as [[MRI]] or [[CT scan]] may be used to identify the underlying cause of the condition. | Diagnosis of astereognosis typically involves a neurological examination and specific tests to assess tactile perception. One common test is the stereognosis test, where the patient is asked to identify objects placed in their hand without looking at them. Imaging studies such as [[MRI]] or [[CT scan]] may be used to identify the underlying cause of the condition. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for astereognosis focuses on addressing the underlying cause of the condition. This may include medical management of stroke or other neurological conditions, as well as [[occupational therapy]] to help patients adapt to their sensory deficits. In some cases, [[physical therapy]] may also be beneficial. | Treatment for astereognosis focuses on addressing the underlying cause of the condition. This may include medical management of stroke or other neurological conditions, as well as [[occupational therapy]] to help patients adapt to their sensory deficits. In some cases, [[physical therapy]] may also be beneficial. | ||
== Related Conditions == | == Related Conditions == | ||
Astereognosis is related to other forms of agnosia, such as [[visual agnosia]] and [[auditory agnosia]], where individuals have difficulty recognizing objects through sight or sound, respectively. It is also related to [[tactile agnosia]], a broader term that encompasses any difficulty in recognizing objects through touch. | Astereognosis is related to other forms of agnosia, such as [[visual agnosia]] and [[auditory agnosia]], where individuals have difficulty recognizing objects through sight or sound, respectively. It is also related to [[tactile agnosia]], a broader term that encompasses any difficulty in recognizing objects through touch. | ||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Agnosia]] | * [[Agnosia]] | ||
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* [[Occupational therapy]] | * [[Occupational therapy]] | ||
* [[Physical therapy]] | * [[Physical therapy]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
{{Reflist}} | {{Reflist}} | ||
== External Links == | == External Links == | ||
{{Commons category|Astereognosis}} | {{Commons category|Astereognosis}} | ||
[[Category:Neurology]] | [[Category:Neurology]] | ||
[[Category:Neuropsychology]] | [[Category:Neuropsychology]] | ||
[[Category:Symptoms and signs: Nervous and musculoskeletal systems]] | [[Category:Symptoms and signs: Nervous and musculoskeletal systems]] | ||
[[Category:Brain disorders]] | [[Category:Brain disorders]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 00:46, 4 April 2025
| Astereognosis | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Tactile agnosia |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Inability to recognize objects by touch |
| Complications | N/A |
| Onset | N/A |
| Duration | N/A |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Brain lesions, particularly in the parietal lobe |
| Risks | N/A |
| Diagnosis | Neurological examination, stereognosis tests |
| Differential diagnosis | N/A |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Occupational therapy, physical therapy |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Varies depending on underlying cause |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
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This template provides a structured summary of the medical condition known as Astereognosis, which is a type of tactile agnosia where a person is unable to identify objects by touch alone, despite having normal tactile sensation. It is often associated with lesions in the parietal lobe of the brain and can be diagnosed through neurological examinations and specific tests for stereognosis. Treatment may involve occupational and physical therapy, and the prognosis can vary depending on the underlying cause of the condition. Astereognosis (also known as tactile agnosia) is a form of agnosia characterized by the inability to identify objects by touch alone, despite having normal tactile sensation. This condition is typically associated with damage to the parietal lobe of the brain, particularly the somatosensory cortex.
Causes[edit]
Astereognosis is often caused by lesions in the parietal lobe, which can result from various conditions such as stroke, traumatic brain injury, or neurodegenerative diseases. The parietal lobe is responsible for integrating sensory information, and damage to this area can disrupt the brain's ability to process tactile information.
Symptoms[edit]
Individuals with astereognosis can feel the texture, temperature, and other physical properties of an object but cannot recognize or identify the object without visual input. This condition can affect one or both hands, depending on the location and extent of the brain damage.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of astereognosis typically involves a neurological examination and specific tests to assess tactile perception. One common test is the stereognosis test, where the patient is asked to identify objects placed in their hand without looking at them. Imaging studies such as MRI or CT scan may be used to identify the underlying cause of the condition.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for astereognosis focuses on addressing the underlying cause of the condition. This may include medical management of stroke or other neurological conditions, as well as occupational therapy to help patients adapt to their sensory deficits. In some cases, physical therapy may also be beneficial.
Related Conditions[edit]
Astereognosis is related to other forms of agnosia, such as visual agnosia and auditory agnosia, where individuals have difficulty recognizing objects through sight or sound, respectively. It is also related to tactile agnosia, a broader term that encompasses any difficulty in recognizing objects through touch.
See Also[edit]
- Agnosia
- Parietal lobe
- Somatosensory cortex
- Stroke
- Traumatic brain injury
- Neurodegenerative diseases
- Occupational therapy
- Physical therapy
References[edit]
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External Links[edit]
