Category: Medicine
Uner Tan Syndrome
The family of nineteen Ulaş, who live in a rural area of southern Turkey, has been the best example of the syndrome. Tan said that five of them walked like they were on four legs, using their feet and palms of their hands. \”Bear crawl\” is the name for this type of movement in babies,…
Stiff-Person Syndrome (SPS): A Rare Autoimmune Neurological Disorder
Stiff-Person Syndrome (SPS) is a rare, progressive autoimmune disorder characterized by progressive muscle stiffness (rigidity), painful muscle spasms, and heightened sensitivity to stimuli. First described in 1956, SPS is now recognized as a spectrum of disorders, including variants such as stiff-limb syndrome (SLS) and stiff-person syndrome with brainstem involvement. The condition typically develops gradually over…
Bronchopneumonia
Bronchopneumonia is an infection of the lower respiratory tract characterized by widespread inflammation throughout the lungs. This form of pneumonia is primarily observed in youngsters and is caused by bacteria. Bronchopneumonia is typically caused by a bacterial infection, but it can also be brought on by viral or fungal infections. Pathogens such as Staphylococcus aureus,…
CIPA Disease
Congenital insensitivity to pain with anhidrosis (CIPA) is characterized by the inability to perceive pain and temperature, as well as diminished or nonexistent sweating (anhidrosis). This disorder is also known as type IV inherited autonomic and sensory neuropathy. The signs and symptoms of CIPA develop early, typically at birth or during infancy, but affected individuals…
Second Impact Syndrome: Current Understanding, Risks, and Prevention
Second Impact Syndrome (SIS) is a rare but potentially catastrophic condition characterized by rapid, severe cerebral swelling following a second head impact—occurring before full clinical recovery from an initial concussion. Although extremely uncommon, SIS carries a high mortality rate (~50%) and, among survivors, profound and permanent neurological deficits are typical. Pathophysiology and Clinical Course SIS…
Encephalitis Lethargica
Encephalitis lethargica is a condition marked by a high fever, headache, double vision, delayed physical and mental responsiveness, and lethargy. In acute cases, people may develop a coma. In addition to psychosis, patients may have psychotic behavior, aberrant eye movements, upper body weakness, muscular aches, tremors, and neck rigidity. The unknown is the cause of…
Chlamydia pneumoniae infection
Chlamydia pneumoniae is a kind of bacteria that can cause infections in the lungs, like pneumonia. C. pneumoniae is one of the reasons why people get pneumonia or lung infections outside of a hospital. But not everyone who comes in contact with C. pneumoniae will get pneumonia. How it gets around? People spread C. pneumoniae…
Still’s Disease
Still\’s disease in adults is a rare form of inflammatory arthritis that causes fevers, rashes, and pain in the joints. It is also called Adult-onset Still\’s Disease (AOSD). Some adults with Still\’s disease only have one attack. In some people, the problem stays or comes back. This inflammation can damage joints, especially the ones in…
Familial Mediterranean Fever
Familial Mediterranean Fever (FMF) is a rare genetic condition that is most common in people of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern descent. FMF causes high fever and other symptoms that last for a few days at a time. Between episodes, most people feel fine. There can be days or years between episodes. About 80% to 90%…
Sunflower Syndrome
Overview Sunflower syndrome is a rare epileptic disease characterized by seizures with a high degree of stereotypy. Individuals with Sunflower syndrome turn toward a bright light while simultaneously waving one hand in front of their eyes during these seizures. This peculiar conduct is accompanied by sudden lapses in consciousness. Symptoms Sunflower syndrome is characterized by…
