Functional neurological disorder Flashcards

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What is FND?

A

Name given for symptoms in the body which appear to be caused by problems in the nervous system but which are not caused by a physical neurological disease or disorder

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What are some conditions that are also commonly found in those with FND?

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IBS
Chronic pain patients
PTSD
Antisocial personality disorder

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What are some risk factors for FND?

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  • Traumatic events
  • Physical/sexual abuse
  • Other stress
  • Anxiety or depression
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What are some forms of symptoms of FND?

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Sensory symptoms (Pain or anaesthesia)
Concentration, memory and fatigue issues
Movement symptoms (E.g. movement difficulty)
Functional seizures

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What are functional seizures?

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  • Attacks with prominent motor activity
  • Episodes of collapse with no movement
  • Abreactive attacks - fear, gasping, hyperventilation
  • Duration often prolonged e.g. 10-20 mins
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What investigations are required in FND?

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  • History
  • Linguistic analysis
  • Ruling out of physical causes e.g. EEG to rule out epilepsy
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What are some management options for FND?

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  • Education and support
  • Appropriate counseling for any previous traumatic events
  • Treatment of any associated anxiety or depression
  • CBT standard treatment of choice
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