Question 1

what are the symptoms of a neuromuscular disorder?

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The term neuromuscul: The term neuromuscular disorder is a broad term that encompasses many different conditions. In general there is a neurologic problem that negatively influences muscle and motor function. There are usually symptoms of weakness and or impaired coordination. In order to make a correct diagnosis it is important to be evaluated by a specialist like a neurologist who can perform an appropriate eval.

Question 2

how exactly do you treat neuromuscular diseases?

Accepted Answer

Disorder related: There are many neuromuscular diseses, treatment is specific to the disorder when possible. In myasthenia gravis treatment may include surgery, immunospression and medication to improve n-m transmission. There are inflammatory muscle disorders that require prolonged immunosupression. There are nerve and muscle disorders associated with vitamin deficiencies. In others we  can only treat symptoms.

Question 3

what are some examples of neuromuscular conditions?

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Many things: There are scores,  maybe hundreds.  If you're having symptoms,  visit your doc.  Conditions include:  peripheral neuropathy,  myasthenia,  myopathies,   muscular dystrophy types,  to name but a few.

Question 4

what are the different types of neuromuscular disorders?

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VERY broad spectrum: There is a broad spectrum of disorders, including diseases of the spinal cord (myelopathies), nerves (neuropathies), neuromuscular junction, and muscle itself.  Within each location, there are metabolic, infectious, inflammatory, genetic, and many other types of diseases.  That is part of what makes it interesting- there are so many possibilities to consider!

Question 5

are neuromuscular blockers and anesthesia the same thing ?

Accepted Answer

Neuromuscular blocke: No they are not. Neuromuscular blocker is used to produce muscle relaxation. It may or may not be used under general anesthesia. Neuromuscular blocker produces paralysis that is reversible.

Question 6

please tell me, are neuromuscular blockers and anesthesia the same?

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Not exactly: Anesthesia refers to your level of consciousness during surgery.  With general anesthesia, patients are unconscious for the duration of surgery.  Neuromuscular blockers are sometimes given during general anesthesia to relax the muscles near the operative site and facilitate surgical exposure.

Question 7

after ach attaches to its receptors at the neuromuscular junction, what is the next step?

Accepted Answer

Membrane: Depolarization, followed by muscle contraction.

Question 8

when are neuromuscular blocking agents used?

Accepted Answer

General anesthesia: Neuromuscular blocking agents are used during general anesthesia to help with surgery. They help keep a patient still, so that there is no movement during critical procedures, they can also assist with performance of certain procedures (abdominal surgery). Relaxed muscles can make it easier for the surgeon to get the exposure they need.

Question 9

can you name neuromuscular diseases with vascular hyperreactivity?

Accepted Answer

Raynaud's diusease: When you use the term "vascular hyperreactivity", the closest problem that fills the description is Raynaud's phenomenon.  This is most common a "stand-alone" problem that occurs with cold.  It can also be a feature of connective tissue diseases such a scleroderma and related disorders.

Question 10

are there clinical studies supporting neuromuscular dentistry for tmj?  insurance will not cover the cost which can be several grand.

Accepted Answer

Insurance: If your insurance company is not collecting a premium for treatment of a particular diagnostic code, they do not have the funds to pay for the associated treatment code.  It's because of our shift from "service" to "commodity" health care.  Your Dentist, Orthodontist, Oral Surgeon, or Oro-facial Pain expert should be able to help you address your Insurance shortfall.

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