SCHISTOSOMAL MYELOPATHIES Meaning and
Definition
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Schistosomal myelopathies are a group of medical conditions characterized by spinal cord damage caused by a parasitic infection known as schistosomiasis. Schistosomiasis is caused by schistosome parasites, primarily Schistosoma mansoni, Schistosoma haematobium, and Schistosoma japonicum.
When the schistosome infection spreads to the spinal cord, it can result in a range of neurological symptoms and impairments. The myelopathies associated with schistosomiasis include a variety of complications, such as transverse myelitis, spinal cord compression, and myeloradiculopathy.
Transverse myelitis refers to inflammation and damage of the spinal cord, which can lead to symptoms like numbness, weakness, and sensory disturbances. Spinal cord compression occurs when the parasites accumulate in the spinal canal, causing pressure on the spinal cord, leading to symptoms such as back pain, muscle weakness, and difficulties with coordination and mobility. Myeloradiculopathy refers to inflammation of both the spinal cord and the nerve roots, resulting in a combination of motor and sensory deficits.
The diagnosis of schistosomal myelopathies involves a combination of clinical examination, history of exposure to schistosomiasis, and confirmatory tests such as serological assays or identification of parasite eggs in stool or urine samples.
Treatment for schistosomal myelopathies typically involves the administration of anti-parasitic drugs, such as praziquantel, to eliminate the schistosome infection. Additional supportive therapies, such as corticosteroids, may be prescribed to manage inflammation and promote neurological recovery.
Prevention of schistosomal myelopathies involves measures aimed at reducing exposure to contaminated freshwater sources, such
Common Misspellings for SCHISTOSOMAL MYELOPATHIES
- achistosomal myelopathies
- zchistosomal myelopathies
- xchistosomal myelopathies
- dchistosomal myelopathies
- echistosomal myelopathies
- wchistosomal myelopathies
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- scgistosomal myelopathies
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- scnistosomal myelopathies
- scjistosomal myelopathies
- scuistosomal myelopathies
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- schostosomal myelopathies
Etymology of SCHISTOSOMAL MYELOPATHIES
The term "Schistosomal Myelopathies" is a medical term that combines two parts: "schistosomal" and "myelopathies".
1. Schistosomal: The term "schistosomal" refers to the parasite Schistosoma, which causes the disease schistosomiasis. Schistosomiasis is a tropical parasitic infection caused by various species of the Schistosoma parasite, which enters the body through contact with contaminated freshwater, particularly in rivers and lakes. The term "schisto-" is derived from the Greek word "schistos", meaning "split" or "divided", referring to the ability of the parasite to separate itself into male and female forms.
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