Extremity Paralysis: Causes & Reasons

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Possible Causes for Extremity Paralysis

Primary CD59 Deficiency

Nima Rezaei gained his medical degree from Tehran University of Medical Sciences in 2002 and subsequently obtained an MSc in Molecular and Genetic Medicine and a PhD in Clinical Immunology and Human Genetics from the University of Sheffield, UK. He also spent a short-term fellowship of Pediatric Clinical Immunology and[…] [books.google.com]

Parrot Pseudoparalysis

CANOMAD Syndrome

paralysis of eye muscles, difficulty swallowing and speaking, and rarely respiratory muscle weakness. [malacards.org]

Signs and symptoms of CANOMAD may include loss of muscle, tendon, and joint sensation, abnormal gait (walk), ataxia, tingling sensation on the skin around the mouth or extremities [malacards.org]

Periodic Paralysis

[…] of his lower extremities. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

We describe a case of a 28-year-old Sudanese man who presented with ascending lower extremity paralysis after treatment of hyperthyroidism with prednisone and methimazole. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

A 23-year-old white man developed lower extremity paralysis, diaphoresis, and palpitations in the setting of low serum potassium levels. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Thyrotoxic Periodic Paralysis

[…] of his lower extremities. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

We describe a case of a 28-year-old Sudanese man who presented with ascending lower extremity paralysis after treatment of hyperthyroidism with prednisone and methimazole. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Keywords Thyrotoxicosis; Upper and Lower extremities; Paralysis Introduction Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis (TPP) is characterized by abrupt onset of hypokalemia and paralysis [omicsonline.org]

Paralysis

After catheter removal on postoperative day 2, the patient developed transient bilateral lower extremity paralysis, with near complete recovery within 30 minutes. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

paralysis due to extensive iliofemoral clot burden with acute compartment syndrome. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

[…] the course of a patient who underwent elective lumbar surgery followed by delayed presentation of shortness of breath due to multiple pulmonary embolisms and right lower-extremity [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Tick Paralysis

We report the case of a 5-year-old girl with TPS manifested as lower extremity ataxia and paralysis and briefly discuss the salient features of TPS. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Tick paralysis generally begins in the lower extremities and ascends symmetrically to involve the trunk, upper extremities and head within a few hours. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

After aprodromal phase (paraesthesias, restlessness, irritaility, fatigue, and myalgias) neurological symptoms will start with paralysis of the lower extremities. [cvbd.org]

Conversion Disorder

This is the first report of lower extremity paralysis after laparoscopy. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

[…] an extremely traumatic event. [gomentor.com]

Focus on specific symptoms (eg, weakness, paralysis, psychogenic nonepileptic seizures or pain) can obfuscate research and diagnosis. [empr.com]

Familial Periodic Paralysis

[…] periodic paralysis Hyperkalemic periodic paralysis is a condition that causes episodes of extreme muscle weakness or paralysis, usually beginning in infancy or early childhood [icdlist.com]

[…] a congenital condition due to defective development of the frontal regions of the brain, affecting all extremities. ischemic paralysis local paralysis due to stoppage of [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]

Hyperkalemic periodic paralysis is a condition that causes episodes of extreme muscle weakness or paralysis, usually beginning in infancy or early childhood. [ghr.nlm.nih.gov]

Normokalemic Periodic Paralysis

Hyperkalemic periodic paralysis is a condition that causes episodes of extreme muscle weakness or paralysis, usually beginning in infancy or early childhood. [ghr.nlm.nih.gov]

TPP should be considered in children and adolescents with acute paralysis of the lower extremities and hypokalemia. [e-sciencecentral.org]

Zoster Sine Herpete

Grant BD, Rowe CR: Motor paralysis of the extremities in herpes zoster. J Bone Joint Surg Am 1961; 43A: 885–96 2. [pubs.asahq.org]

References Grant BD, Rowe CR: Motor paralysis of the extremities in herpes zoster. [anesthesiology.pubs.asahq.org]

Case 7: myelitis The patient was a 60-year-old man with right lower extremity paralysis and sensory disturbance of the right trunk and lower extremity who was diagnosed with [intechopen.com]

Cervical Rib Syndrome

Clinical manifestations may include pain in the neck and shoulder which radiates into the upper extremity, PARESIS or PARALYSIS of brachial plexus innervated muscles; sensory [profiles.umassmed.edu]

Caudal Regression Sequence

In cases where more substantial areas of the spine are absent, there may be fused, webbed, or smaller lower extremities and paralysis. [checkorphan.org]

In cases where more substantial areas of the spine are absent, there may be fused, webbed or smaller lower extremities and paralysis. [en.wikipedia.org]

Cause Antero-posterior radiographic view, showing missing ribs, absent lumbosacral vertebrae, hypoplastic pelvis and "frog-like" position of the lower extremities in a fetus [like2do.com]

Enterovirus Infection

This is a case of acute onset flaccid paralysis of left upper extremity in a fully immunized 5 year old child in New York. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Enteroviruses can also produce the Guillian-Barr é syndrome, which involves weakness and paralysis of the extremities and even the muscles of respiration. [encyclopedia.com]

Enteroviruses can also produce the Guillian-Barré syndrome, which involves weakness and paralysis of the extremities and even the muscles of respiration. [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]

Cervical Spina Bifida without Hydrocephalus

She had full motor strength of her bilateral upper extremities with flaccid paralysis in her bilateral lowers. She had no voluntary bowel or bladder function. [omicsonline.org]

Children with the less common thoracic lesions, have flaccid paralysis of lower extremities with variable weakness in abdominal and trunk musculature. [hawaii.edu]

The sac may rupture and will make operation extremely difficult with infection spreading throughout the subarachnoid space. [boneandspine.com]

Lower Extremity Arterial Aneurysm

In the immediate postoperative period, the patient was noted to have lower extremity paralysis. [theassr.org]

Duplex ultrasonography of the upper and lower extremity arteries provides an overview of the location, extent and severity of vascular disease. [vascularsurgerydocs.com]

Shortly thereafter, the patient reported weakness and loss of sensation in the lower extremities. [anesthesiology.pubs.asahq.org]

Leriche Syndrome

Motor exam was significant for lower extremity paralysis. [westjem.com]

paralysis. [westjem.com]

DISCUSSION This patient presented with the complaint of sudden onset of lower extremity paralysis and was found to have severe vascular occlusive disease affecting the distal [westjem.com]

Paraplegia

Abstract Pediatric spinal cord glioblastoma multiforme is a rare entity with a poor prognosis often presenting with lower extremity weakness or paralysis. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

It is well appreciated that an extreme sedentary lifestyle from paralysis, contributes to many secondary medical problems such as diabetes and insulin resistance, obesity, [rewalk.com]

From Frazier et al., 2000. par·a·ple·gi·a (par'ă-plē'jē-ă), Paralysis of both lower extremities and, generally, the lower trunk. [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]

Hyperkalemic Periodic Paralysis

Hyperkalemic periodic paralysis is a condition that causes episodes of extreme muscle weakness or paralysis, usually beginning in infancy or early childhood. [ghr.nlm.nih.gov]

Periodic paralysis is extremely rare – an estimated 5,000 people in the U.S. suffer from the disease – and the condition is generally neither fatal nor life shortening, but [urmc.rochester.edu]

[…] neurologists at the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) has culminated in the first approved treatment for individuals with a rare neuromuscular disorder called periodic paralysis [urmc.rochester.edu]

Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis

Hypokalemic periodic paralysis is an inherited condition characterized by transient episodes of extreme muscle weakness and/or paralysis of the muscles in the arms and legs [patientslikeme.com]

We reported two cases of medically refractory THPP with recurrent paralysis of extremities and hypokalemia, and both were combined with thyroid nodules. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Physical examination showed hypertension, tachycardia, and symmetrical flaccid paralysis of all extremities. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Foville Syndrome

Fo·ville syn·drome ( fō-vēl' sin'drōm ) A form of alternating hemiplegia characterized by abducens paralysis on one side, paralysis of the extremities on the other. [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]

[…] of the abducens and facial nerves and contralateral hemiplegia of the extremities. [whonamedit.com]

Plum and Posner first defined locked-in syndrome in 1966 as quadriplegia, lower cranial nerve paralysis and mutism with preservation of consciousness, vertical gaze and [academic.oup.com]

Pyramidal Tract Lesion

Take Quiz Injury of the pyramidal tract anywhere above the decussation may cause: Answers Teaching Points Click Your Answer Below Paralysis of the contralateral extremities [knowledge.statpearls.com]

Paralysis of the ipsilateral extremities Loss of pain and touch on the contralateral side Loss of thermal sensation on the contralateral side Would you like to access teaching [knowledge.statpearls.com]

Inhalational Botulism

Paralysis will continue down into the lower extremities in roughly the same pattern. [physio-pedia.com]

The picture shows a six month old suffering extreme flaccid paralysis produced by botulinum toxin. Note the lack of muscle tone, especially at the neck. [rnceus.com]

Nerve damage results in acute paralysis which affects the face, head, throat, chest and extremities. Death can result from respiratory failure. How is botulism treated? [phac-aspc.gc.ca]

Mussel Poisoning

In extreme cases, paralysis of respiratory muscles may lead to respiratory arrest and death within two to twelve hours after consumption. [inspection.gc.ca]

Notes Clinical illness defined as: neurological symptoms such as paresthesia and/or paralysis involving the mouth and extremities, which may be accompanied by gastrointestinal [bccdc.ca]

[…] and even death in extreme cases. [sciencedaily.com]

Vocal Cord Paralysis

BPD: bronchopulmonary dysplasia ELBW: extremely low birthweight PDA: patent ductus arteriosus RAD: reactive airway disease VCP: vocal cord paralysis Copyright © 2009 by the [neoreviews.aappublications.org]

[…] function at regular intervals using flexible fiberoptic endoscopy or direct laryngoscopy is essential to monitor airway patency and document improvement or resolution of paralysis [neoreviews.aappublications.org]

Drug-Induced Hypokalemia

Case presentation A 42-year-old man was admitted with sudden-onset lower extremity paralysis and mild renal insufficiency. [bmcnephrol.biomedcentral.com]

Rhabdomyolysis presenting with severe hypokalemia as the first manifestation of primary hypokalemic periodic paralysis is extremely rare and represents a medical emergency [wjgnet.com]

Patients who have only myopathy can find getting a diagnosis extremely difficult, even when they have family members who have been diagnosed with HypoKPP. [hkpp.org]

Nothnagel Syndrome

Nothnagel acroparesthesia - abnormal sensation in the extremities accompanied by circulatory disorders Synonym(s): vasomotor acroparesthesia Nothnagel syndrome - dizziness [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]

staggering, and rolling gait, with irregular forms of oculomotor paralysis and often nystagmus, seen in cases of tumor of the midbrain. [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]

[…] of the oculomotor nerve combined with cerebellar ataxia resulting from a mass or stroke that affects the superior cerebellar peduncle on the same side as the oculomotor paralysis [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]

Cocculus Indicus

Lower Extremities.-- Paralytic immobility, and paralysis below lumbar region. Bruised pain in thighs. Inflammation and swelling with stitches in knee. Burning in feet. [materiamedica.info]

It was the case of a little girl with paralysis of lower extremities after diphtheria and no hope was given. [homeoint.org]

Upper Extremities.-- Bruised pain in bones of arms on raising them. Asleep feeling in arms. Hot swelling of hands. [materiamedica.info]

Cauda Equina Syndrome

Complications of the condition may include bowel and bladder dysfunction, lower extremity sensory loss, and lower extremity paralysis. [symptoma.com]

paralysis in feet, impaired sexual function Medical negligence Defendant Millard v USA F/NA ER Pain radiating to shoulder, numbness and tingling sensation in buttocks Sciatica [healio.com]

paralysis. [intechopen.com]

Triorthocresyl Phosphate Poisoning

In most cases, muscle weakness progresses rapidly developing into a striking paralysis of the lower extremities with or without an involvement of the upper extremities. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

most often affecting the lower extremities Outbreaks: (1) southern United States during Prohibition, when TOCP was added to bootleg liquor (Jamaican Ginger Extract, called [meducator3.net]

In general, the initial symptoms are pain and paresthesia in the lower extremities. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]