I have Multiple sclerosis, I have brain lesions now my neurologist says they have picked up this hoffman sign when testing my reflexes in my hands. He says it has to do with possibly having another lesion higher up.... I cannot find an explanantion for what it is
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Hoffmans sign is when someone "flicks" the very end of your index, middle or ring finger.  For the test to be positive your thumb of the same hand will flex and also the index or middle finger (whichever one that was not flicked).  If the test is positive it is considered a sign of a upper motor neuron lesion (UMN). To describe what a UMN is you have to think of the nervous system as two connections.  The first connection comes from the brain to the spinal cord(The UMN) and the second connection comes from the spinal cord to the body part it innervates (Lower Motor Neuron). So if you have a positive Hoffmans sign it lets the Neurologist know that the problem is arising at the first connection (UMN).  Signs of a UMN include weakness, increased reflexes and increased tone.
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I think that is Multiple Sclerosis. There are many websites and associations for patients and their falimy members,just use search engine.\n\nThe other you mentioned: at http://www.transpersonal-web.com/bipolar-mental-illness.shtml
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multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system (the brain and spinal cord). \nSymptoms of MS may mimic many other neurologic disorders. Diagnosis is made by ruling out other conditions.\n\nA history of at least two attacks separated by a period of reduced or no symptoms may indicate one pattern of attack/remission seen in MS (known as relapsing-remitting pattern). If there are observable decreases in any functions of the central nervous system (such as abnormal reflexes), the diagnosis of MS may be suspected.\n\nExamination by the health care provider may show focal neurologic deficits (localized decreases in function). This may include decreased or abnormal sensation, decreased ability to move a part of the body, speech or vision changes, or other loss of neurologic functions. The type of neurologic deficits usually indicates the location of the damage to the nerves.\n\nEye examination may show abnormal pupil responses, changes in the visual fields or eye movements, nystagmus (rapid eye movements) triggered by movement of the eye, decreased visual acuity, or abnormal findings on a fundoscopy (an examination of the internal structures of the eye).\n\nTests that indicate or confirm multiple sclerosis include:\n\n    * head MRI scan that shows scarring or a new lesion\n    * spine MRI scan that shows scarring or a new lesion\n    * lumbar puncture (spinal tap)\n    * CSF oligoclonal banding\n    * CSF IgG index
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This site lists the visual and all other disturbances related to MS.  I hope it helps you:\nhttp://www.mult-sclerosis.org/mssymptoms.html#Visual\n\nThere are links to click on for even more details.
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It could be anything - including some stuff that's pretty serious.  You should most definitely see a doctor (preferably a neurologist).\n\nGood luck!
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Hi Meg,\nI live in Wisconsin.  We have a lot of MS cases here. There seems to be a higher prevalance in the Northern colder, damp climates that is probably why your doctor asked.\nMS symptoms are variable, my mother in law was diagnosed in her 20,s.  Today she is in her 70's and bowling.\nGood, also, you are in a much better climate.
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Did you mean Multiple Sclerosis?\nNo cure yet...\n\nFYI : Syrosis is related to the liver. (Too much drinking. Alcohol/beer etc...).
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Yeah, it has lots of nicknames.   The one you have there is actually "yuppie flu" because for a while people thought that only young, upwardly mobile professionals were getting it.  Ignore the nicknames, they tell you nothing.\n\nNot that the real name is much better.  "Myalgic Encephalomyelitis" - a proper doctor might know the correct spelling.   That basically means "some kind of long term bad thing that's kinda hooked up to the central nervous system, or maybe not, but we're really not sure what it is".  The other name is Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - that's just basically a description of what it does.\n\nMy dad and some friends have had it.  All of the people I've known with it HAVE recovered completely, though some have taken a long time.\n\nThe key for you is, I'm guessing, understanding the condition yourself so that you can educate those around you.  Cos they WILL need education.   First port of call is probably to google for a support group in your area.   Or your doc will probably know one right away.\n\nYou will also get information about theories of what causes it.  Last I heard there was no concensus about that.   BEWARE of "snake-oil" - there will be lots of people trying to persuade you that they have the cure, ranging from new age dreamers to evangelicals even to perhaps mainstream medicine.   Try some of them but be in no rush to do so - do it when you're good and ready.   What you will now have plenty of - is time.
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a) Babinski's sign is normal in children under two years old, but in older children and adults it indicates damage to the corticospinal tract.  The term Babinski's sign also refers to a forearm reflex that indicates a spinal cord lesion.\n\nb) Myoclonus can be the result of injury to the peripheral nerves, but most cases involve the central nervous system.  Typically, several locations in the brain are involved.  On such location is the brainstem.  Certain neurotransmitters are also likely involved, including recepotrs for serotonin and gamma-aminobutyric acid.\n\nc) There are a number of different types of nystagmus, which involve different structures.  Some neurological causes of nystagmus include:\n-vestibular imbalance\n-central lesions invloving the central tegmental tract\n-disease effecting the central white matter of the brain\n-various brainstem disorders\n-lesions of the medulla, the ventral tegmentum, the anterior vermis of the cerebellum, and the adjacent brachium conjunctivum and midbrain\n-midbrain lesions
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I suspect that you might need to see a Rheumatologist (arthritis Dr) as you might be experiencing the onset of arthritis.\nYou might also consider seeing a Neurologist (brain Dr) as you might even be experiencing the onset of Parkinson or MS.
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these three signs you mentioned can be an indicator, but it is really seldom that a person cannot raise both arms above their head: usually one side of the body is paralized (cannot move the arm/leg/part of mouth at all or just a very little), the other one is not. a stroke is a blockage of a brain vessle where the surrouinding brain tissue slowly begins to die (lack of oxygen) = causes the failure of parts of the body. it really depends on how severe the blockage is, for some people death might occur fast (depending where the blockage is at) other might have a couple hours to live. usually you would say, that from the first signs on, you have a max of 1 to 3 hours to be FINISHED with the medical treatment, such as a lysis (dissolving the blockage). again: depending on the severity, the patient might die due to massive brain damage, or the patient is alive with all kinds of different brain damage. when using the correct type of treatment after a stroke, a surprisingly high amount of brain activity can now be referred to an other part of the brain doing the other ones work (depending on the patient abilities + age).\nso it is so important to call the paramedics right away and head to the nearest dtoke center.\nhere in germany we have the advantage that we have doctors riding on ambulances + the often life saving and frequently use of helicopters\n\nhope that helped you, if you have more questions email me\n\ngood luck
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sounds like an allergic reaction. \nthe tingling sounds like it may be nerve damage.\nhave you seen a neurologist?? or a dr. who specializes just in different diseases??
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Just my advice, if you are reading about neurological diseases on the Internet, you will the symptoms.  I know somone close to me exactly like you.  To be on the safe side, go to a neurologist.\nOnce you've been diagnosed, believe your Doctor, if nothing is wrong with you, and I hope that's the case, again, believe in your Doctor. \nBye.
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try to find a neuroagist that specilizes in ms or you can call 1800fightms , they can give you a list of docs in your area .
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I don't think your MS will have anything to do with the results of a polygraph test. It shouldn't cause another exacerbation either.
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most likely its  a blood vessel breaking in your neck causing a flow of blood to the region... tingling. Or its a pinched nerve.
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If this is suspected, I would take them to the doctor at once!  Any balance abnormalities or lack of normal coordination could be a sign of a serious neurological problem.