Paroxysmal Kinesigenic Dyskinesia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Paroxysmal kinesigenic dyskinesia is a rare movement disorder where sudden motion or a startle sets off brief involuntary attacks, usually dystonia or chorea. It tends to start in childhood, the PRRT2 gene mutation drives most cases, and low-dose carbamazepine works...
Activities to Avoid After DBS Implantation Surgery
After DBS implantation surgery, avoid heavy lifting above 5 kg, vigorous exercise, sudden bending, twisting, and stretching for 4 to 6 weeks to prevent wire damage. Don’t raise your arms above shoulder level. No swimming, no diving, and definitely no scratching...
What is craniosynostosis in babies and when is surgery needed?
Craniosynostosis is a birth defect where a baby’s skull bones fuse too early, restricting brain growth and causing a misshapen head. Symptoms? Skull ridges, abnormal head shape, a firm soft spot, and signs of raised pressure inside the skull. Surgery is...