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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Paralysis | |||
| synonyms = Palsy | |||
| field = [[Neurology]] | |||
| symptoms = Loss of muscle function, loss of sensation | |||
| complications = [[Pressure ulcers]], [[Deep vein thrombosis]], [[Muscle atrophy]] | |||
| onset = Sudden or gradual | |||
| duration = Temporary or permanent | |||
| causes = [[Stroke]], [[Spinal cord injury]], [[Multiple sclerosis]], [[Cerebral palsy]], [[Poliomyelitis]], [[Guillain–Barré syndrome]] | |||
| risks = [[Trauma]], [[Infection]], [[Autoimmune disease]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[Imaging studies]] ([[MRI]], [[CT scan]]) | |||
| differential = [[Muscle weakness]], [[Nerve injury]] | |||
| treatment = [[Physical therapy]], [[Occupational therapy]], [[Surgery]], [[Medications]] | |||
| prognosis = Varies depending on cause and severity | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
}} | |||
'''Paralysis''' is a medical condition characterized by the loss of muscle function in part of your body. It can be localized or generalized, partial or complete, and temporary or permanent. Paralysis can affect any part of the body at any time in life. If you're born with it, it's called congenital paralysis. If you develop it later, it's called acquired paralysis. | '''Paralysis''' is a medical condition characterized by the loss of muscle function in part of your body. It can be localized or generalized, partial or complete, and temporary or permanent. Paralysis can affect any part of the body at any time in life. If you're born with it, it's called congenital paralysis. If you develop it later, it's called acquired paralysis. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Paralysis is most often caused by damage to the nervous system, particularly the [[Spinal cord|spinal cord]]. Other major causes include [[Stroke|stroke]], [[Trauma (medicine)|trauma]] with nerve injury, [[Polio|poliomyelitis]], [[Cerebral palsy]], [[Peripheral neuropathy|peripheral neuropathy]], [[Parkinson's disease]], [[Botulism]], [[Spina bifida]], and multiple sclerosis. | Paralysis is most often caused by damage to the nervous system, particularly the [[Spinal cord|spinal cord]]. Other major causes include [[Stroke|stroke]], [[Trauma (medicine)|trauma]] with nerve injury, [[Polio|poliomyelitis]], [[Cerebral palsy]], [[Peripheral neuropathy|peripheral neuropathy]], [[Parkinson's disease]], [[Botulism]], [[Spina bifida]], and multiple sclerosis. | ||
== Types == | == Types == | ||
Paralysis can be classified in several ways. These include: | Paralysis can be classified in several ways. These include: | ||
* '''Localised paralysis''': Affects only one part of the body, such as the face or hand. | * '''Localised paralysis''': Affects only one part of the body, such as the face or hand. | ||
* '''Generalised paralysis''': Affects larger areas of the body. | * '''Generalised paralysis''': Affects larger areas of the body. | ||
* '''Paraplegia''': Affects both legs and sometimes parts of the trunk. | * '''Paraplegia''': Affects both legs and sometimes parts of the trunk. | ||
* '''Quadriplegia''': Affects both arms and both legs and sometimes the entire area from the neck down. | * '''Quadriplegia''': Affects both arms and both legs and sometimes the entire area from the neck down. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment of paralysis is often aimed at treating the underlying cause of the condition. Physiotherapy is often used to improve muscle strength and function. In some cases, surgery may be needed to correct the condition causing the paralysis. | Treatment of paralysis is often aimed at treating the underlying cause of the condition. Physiotherapy is often used to improve muscle strength and function. In some cases, surgery may be needed to correct the condition causing the paralysis. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Hemiplegia]] | * [[Hemiplegia]] | ||
* [[Palsy]] | * [[Palsy]] | ||
* [[Locked-in syndrome]] | * [[Locked-in syndrome]] | ||
[[Category:Neurological disorders]] | [[Category:Neurological disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Symptoms and signs]] | [[Category:Symptoms and signs]] | ||
[[Category:Paralysis]] | [[Category:Paralysis]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 01:53, 4 April 2025
| Paralysis | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Palsy |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Loss of muscle function, loss of sensation |
| Complications | Pressure ulcers, Deep vein thrombosis, Muscle atrophy |
| Onset | Sudden or gradual |
| Duration | Temporary or permanent |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Stroke, Spinal cord injury, Multiple sclerosis, Cerebral palsy, Poliomyelitis, Guillain–Barré syndrome |
| Risks | Trauma, Infection, Autoimmune disease |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination, Imaging studies (MRI, CT scan) |
| Differential diagnosis | Muscle weakness, Nerve injury |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Physical therapy, Occupational therapy, Surgery, Medications |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Varies depending on cause and severity |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | N/A |
Paralysis is a medical condition characterized by the loss of muscle function in part of your body. It can be localized or generalized, partial or complete, and temporary or permanent. Paralysis can affect any part of the body at any time in life. If you're born with it, it's called congenital paralysis. If you develop it later, it's called acquired paralysis.
Causes[edit]
Paralysis is most often caused by damage to the nervous system, particularly the spinal cord. Other major causes include stroke, trauma with nerve injury, poliomyelitis, Cerebral palsy, peripheral neuropathy, Parkinson's disease, Botulism, Spina bifida, and multiple sclerosis.
Types[edit]
Paralysis can be classified in several ways. These include:
- Localised paralysis: Affects only one part of the body, such as the face or hand.
- Generalised paralysis: Affects larger areas of the body.
- Paraplegia: Affects both legs and sometimes parts of the trunk.
- Quadriplegia: Affects both arms and both legs and sometimes the entire area from the neck down.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment of paralysis is often aimed at treating the underlying cause of the condition. Physiotherapy is often used to improve muscle strength and function. In some cases, surgery may be needed to correct the condition causing the paralysis.
