BASAL GANGLIA DYSFUNCTION SYMPTOMS | CAUSES | DIAGNOSIS | TREATMENT
INTRODUCTION TO BASAL GANLIA DYSFUNCTION The basal ganglia (or basal nuclei) are a group of nuclei
of varied origin in the brains of vertebrates that act as a cohesive functional unit. They are situated at the base of the forebrain and are strongly connected with the cerebral cortex, thalamus, and other brain areas.
Basal ganglia disease refers to a group of physical
dysfunctions that occur when the group of nuclei in the brain known as the basal ganglia fail to properly initiate movements.
CAUSES OF BASAL GANLIA DYSFUNCTION Conditions that cause injury to the brain can damage the basal ganglia include: Carbon monoxide poisoning Drug overdose Head injury Liver disease Infection
Metabolic problems Multiple Sclerosis
Poisoning with copper, manganese, or other heavy
metals
CONTINUE :- CAUSES OF BASAL GANLIA DYSFUNCTION Side effects of certain medications Stroke
Tumours
Brain disorders associated with basalganglia dysfunction include: Dystonia
Huntington's disease
Parkinson's disease Progressive supranuclear palsy Wilson's disease
SYMPTOMS OF BASAL GANLIA DYSFUNCTION Damage to the basal ganglia cells
may
cause
problems with one's ability to control speech, movement, and posture. This combination of symptoms is called Parkinsonism. A person with basal ganglia dysfunction may have difficulty starting, stopping, or sustaining movement. Depending on which area is affected, there may also be problems with memory and other thought processes. Generally, symptoms vary and may include:Â
CONTINUE :- SYMPTOMS OF BASAL GANLIA DYSFUNCTION Movement changes, such as involuntary or slowed
movements Increased muscle tone Muscle spasms and muscle rigidity Problems finding words Tremor Uncontrollable, repeated movements, speech, or cries Walking difficulty
TESTS FOR BASAL GANGLIA DYSFUNCTION The doctor will examine you and ask questions about your symptoms and medical history. Blood and imaging tests may be needed. These CT and MRI scan of the head
may
include:
Genetic testing Magnetic resonance angiography to look at the blood vessels in
the neck and brain Positron emission tomography (PET) to look at the metabolism of the brain tests to check blood sugar, thyroid function, Blood liver function, and iron and copper levels
TREATMENTS FOR BASAL GANLIA DYSFUNCTION Post diagnoses, the doctor will look for the exact
cause of the disorder and start treatment of basal ganglia dysfunction accordingly.
The
outlook for a person with basal ganglia dysfunction depends on how well a person does depends on the cause of the dysfunction. Some causes are reversible, while others require lifelong treatment.
CONTINUE :- TREATMENT FOR BASAL GANLIA DYSFUNCTION When you start experiencing well a person does depends on
the cause of the dysfunction. Some causes are reversible, while others require lifelong treatment it’s time to ring your doctor. Read latest diseases Cholera Bulimia Nervosa Arrhythmia (Irregular Heartbeat) Tennis Elbow Dermatomyositis Rhabdomyolysis
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