Question 1

what are the common symptoms of pxe?

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None: But it can cause cataract (blurred vision) and glaucoma (no symptoms).

Question 2

what is the definition or description of: pxe?

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Pseudoexfoliation: Pseudoexfoliation is a condition where the eye makes an amyloid like protein that accumulates on the lens and other structures. It is nearly always in the elderly. It was originally thought to be in Scandinavian peoples, but recent studies have found it in populations around the world. It can cause glaucoma and zonular instability leading to cataract surgery complications and lens dislocation.

Question 3

anyone have or heard of pseudoxanthoma elasticum pxe ?

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PXE: Pseudoxanthoma elasticum, pxe, is an inherited disorder that causes select elastic tissue in the body to become mineralized, that is, calcium and other minerals are deposited in the tissue. This can result in changes in the skin, eyes, cardiovascular system and gastrointestinal system. Pxe was recognized over a hundred years ago. A number of significant advances have been made.

Question 4

could you know anything about pseudoxanthoma elasticum (pxe)?

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Pseudoxanthoma elasticum: Pseudoxanthoma elasticum (pxe) is a rare genetic disorder characterized by elastorrhexia, or progressive calcification and fragmentation, of elastic fibers primarily affecting the skin, the retina, and the cardiovascular system.

Question 5

what is the treatment for pxe?

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Usually not needed: Pxe, or pseudoexfoliation, is an unknown condition that shows up as deposits on the surface of your lens. Most of the time it does nothing and no treatment is needed. However, sometimes it can block the drainage in your eye, causing glaucoma. If that's the case, drops or laser can be effective.

Question 6

can you tell me about perforating pxe (pseudoxanthoma elasticum) on my neck?

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Here's a source: http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1074713-overview

It's a relatively uncommon minor variant of human connective tissue.  You may find more under "perforating calcific elastosis". Glad you're taking a proactive approach. Best wishes.

Question 7

what's the battle's sign?

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Mastoid ecchymosis: It is an indication of  injury to middle cranial fossa due to trauma and the blood may track along the course of the the posterior auricular artery casing  mastoid ecchymosis

Question 8

what are the signs of add?

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SEVERAL: Symptoms must have started in childhood with issues of focus and attention. Procrastination and completion. Difficulty keeping on task or following through, appearing not to listen, blurts out answers to questions or has difficulty taking turns. This can continue into adulthood.

Question 9

what is the trousseu sign?

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(Trousseau  Sign: There are two different trousseau signs. One may be seen in a patient with low calcium. (trousseau sign of latent tetany)  a blood pressure cuff on the arm is inflated (&gt; systolic blood pressure) x 3 minutes.  This can cause spasm in the forearm & hand (the silhouette looks a bit like a swan’s head and neck).

Question 10

what is the sign for  iicp?

Accepted Answer

Do you mean?: Increased intracranial pressure.  If so, the classical clinical finding is within the eye, called papilledema, the effect of pressure in brain causing changes over the retina.

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