Table of Contents What is Dravet Syndrome? Dravet syndrome, formerly known as Severe Myoclonic Epilepsy of Infancy (SMEI), is a rare, catastrophic form of epilepsy caused by a genetic mutation […]
Comprehensive Guide: Expert Care from Cuttack’s Leading Neurologist It is a complex neurological condition affecting millions worldwide, characterized by recurrent seizures. Early diagnosis and expert care are critical to managing […]
Table of Contents 1. What Is Dermatomyositis? Dermatomyositis is a rare inflammatory disease causing muscle weakness and skin rashes. It belongs to the group of autoimmune disorders where the immune system attacks healthy muscle […]
Table of Contents 1. What Is Polymyositis? Polymyositis is a rare inflammatory disease that causes muscle weakness due to chronic muscle inflammation. It primarily affects proximal muscles (shoulders, hips, and […]
Table of Contents 1. What Is Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease-CMT? Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease-CMT is a hereditary neurological disorder that damages peripheral nerves, leading to muscle weakness, foot deformities, and sensory loss. Named after […]
Table of Contents 1. What Are Muscular Dystrophies? Muscular Dystrophies are a group of genetic disorders characterized by progressive muscle weakness and degeneration. These conditions are caused by mutations in […]
Table of Contents 1. What Is Spinal Muscular Atrophy-SMA? Spinal Muscular Atrophy-SMA is a genetic disorder caused by the loss of motor neurons in the spinal cord, leading to progressive […]
1. What Is Lambert-Eaton Myasthenic Syndrome-LEMS? Lambert-Eaton Myasthenic Syndrome-LEMS is a rare autoimmune disorder where the immune system mistakenly attacks voltage-gated calcium channels (VGCC) at neuromuscular junctions. These channels are critical for […]
Table of Contents 1. What Is Myasthenia Gravis? Myasthenia Gravis (MG) is a chronic autoimmune disorder where the immune system attacks the neuromuscular junction, disrupting communication between nerves and muscles. […]
Table of Contents 1. What Is Guillain-Barré Syndrome-GBS? Guillain-Barré Syndrome-GBS is a rare autoimmune disorder where the immune system attacks the myelin sheath of peripheral nerves, causing rapid muscle weakness, […]
