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Motor neurone disease Flashcards

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What is MND?

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progressive disease where motor neurones stop functioning eg. progressive bulbar palsy. UMN and LMN affected, sensory neurones are spared

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How does MND present?

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middle aged man with FH, progressive weakness of muscles, clumsiness, dysarthria. LMN (muscle wasting, reduced tone, twitches), UMN (increased tone, upping plantar). No sphincter disturbances unlike MS

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How to diagnose MND?

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EMG, NCS

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How to manage MND?

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Riluzole to slow the progression, baclofen for spasms

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