Pseudoathetosis

Pseudoathetosis
Synonyms
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Specialty	N/A
Symptoms	Involuntary movements, writhing movements
Complications
Onset
Duration
Types
Causes	Proprioceptive loss, peripheral neuropathy, dorsal column lesions
Risks
Diagnosis	Clinical examination, neurological examination
Differential diagnosis	Athetosis, chorea, dystonia
Prevention
Treatment	Addressing underlying cause, physical therapy
Medication
Prognosis	Depends on underlying cause
Frequency
Deaths

Pseudoathetosis is a medical condition characterized by slow, involuntary, writhing movements, especially severe in the fingers and hands. The condition is often associated with a loss of proprioception, the sense of relative position of one's own parts of the body and strength of effort being employed in movement.

Causes

Pseudoathetosis is usually caused by a loss of proprioception. This can occur due to a variety of medical conditions, including peripheral neuropathy, vitamin B12 deficiency, tabes dorsalis, and multiple sclerosis.

Symptoms

The primary symptom of pseudoathetosis is slow, involuntary, writhing movements. These movements are most noticeable in the fingers and hands, but can also affect other parts of the body. Other symptoms can include difficulty with coordination and balance, and a sense of disorientation or confusion.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of pseudoathetosis is typically based on a physical examination and the patient's medical history. Additional tests, such as nerve conduction studies or imaging tests, may be used to determine the underlying cause of the condition.

Treatment

Treatment for pseudoathetosis is primarily focused on addressing the underlying cause of the condition. This can include medication, physical therapy, or other interventions, depending on the specific cause.

See also

• Athetosis
• Proprioception
• Peripheral neuropathy
• Vitamin B12 deficiency
• Tabes dorsalis
• Multiple sclerosis

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