Neuromuscular junction disease
Neuromuscular Junction Disease
Neuromuscular junction disease (pronounced: neuro-muscular junction disease) is a term used to describe a group of medical conditions that affect the neuromuscular junction - the point where nerves connect with muscles.
Etymology
The term "neuromuscular" is derived from the Greek words "neuron" meaning nerve and "musculus" meaning muscle. The term "junction" refers to the point of connection between the nerve and muscle. The term "disease" is derived from the Old French "desaise" meaning lack of ease.
Definition
Neuromuscular junction diseases are a group of disorders that occur when the communication between motor neurons and muscles is disrupted. This disruption can lead to muscle weakness and fatigue.
Types
There are several types of neuromuscular junction diseases, including:
- Myasthenia gravis: An autoimmune disease that causes muscle weakness and fatigue.
- Lambert-Eaton syndrome: A condition that affects the nerves and muscles, causing muscle weakness.
- Congenital myasthenic syndromes: A group of conditions that are present from birth and cause muscle weakness and fatigue.
Symptoms
Common symptoms of neuromuscular junction diseases include:
- Muscle weakness
- Fatigue
- Difficulty swallowing
- Double vision
- Difficulty breathing
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of neuromuscular junction diseases often involves a combination of clinical examination, medical history, and specialized tests such as electromyography (EMG) and nerve conduction studies.
Treatment
Treatment for neuromuscular junction diseases varies depending on the specific condition and the severity of symptoms. Treatment options may include medication, physical therapy, and in some cases, surgery.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Neuromuscular junction disease
- Wikipedia's article - Neuromuscular junction disease
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