Paralysis

Paralysis is loss of motor function in a part of the body, due to a lesion at any level of the motor pathway (upper motor neuron central/spastic, or lower motor neuron peripheral/flaccid). It may be monoplegia/hemiplegia/paraplegia/quadriplegia by distribution. Treatment: identify and treat the underlying cause (stroke/spinal cord/trauma/neuropathy), neurorehabilitation, and management of spasticity, bladder, skin, and complications.

Common Symptoms

Loss of movement/weakness in a body part; distribution by lesion; flaccid or spastic; associated sensory/other deficits

Causes and Pathogenesis

Lesion anywhere along the motor pathway (brain/spinal cord/nerve/muscle) produces loss of movement.

Treatment

Treat underlying cause; neurorehab; manage spasticity/bladder/skin; prevent complications

Preventive Measures

Treat underlying disease; early rehab; complication prevention.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Neurology department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.