Case 13-2005: A 48-year-old man with weakness of the limbs and multiple tumors of spinal nerves

Article Abstract:

A case study of a 48-year-old man is presented who was evaluated in the neurology clinic of the hospital because of weakness of his arms and legs. This patient had a mixed upper-motor-neuron dysfunction due to cord compression at multiple levels and lower-motor-neuron disease due to nerve compression.

United Kingdom, Motor neurons, Entrapment neuropathies, Nerve compression syndromes

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Case 24-2007: A 20-year-old pregnant woman with altered mental status

Article Abstract:

A case study of a 20-year-old pregnant women complaining of dizziness, confusion and difficulty in walking is illustrated. She was diagnosed with subacute sclerosing panencephalitis secondary to measles virus infection.

Pregnant women, Dizziness, Case study, Subacute sclerosing panencephalitis

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Case 22-2006: A 77-year-old man with a rapidly progressive gait disorder

Article Abstract:

A case study of a 77-year-old man, having difficulty in climbing stairs and rising from a chair with a history of hyperlipidemia is described. He was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and eventually died.

New England States, New England, Aged patients, Elderly patients, Gait disorders

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