Principles of neuromuscular disease Flashcards by molly scott | Brainscape

Q

What are the three ‘opathies’ you can have in the neuromuscular system?

A

Neuropathy

Junctionopathy

Myopathy

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What are these signs normally associated with?

Reduced/absent spinal reflexes and postural reactions

Plantigrade/palmigrade stance

Reduced/absent muscle tone

+/- neurogenic atrophy

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What are these signs often associated with?

Normal/reduced spinal reflexes and postural reactions

+/- exercise intolerance

A

Junctionopathy

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What are the following signs often associated with?

Spinal reflexes and postural reactions usually normal

Often generalised weakness

+/- myalgia

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Myopathy

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What are the two cardinal signs of NM disease?

A

Weakness

Exercise intolerance

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