Definition:
Acrodystrophic neuropathy, also known as Morvan disease, is a rare autoimmune defect characterized by muscle malignancies, severe cramps, myotonia, delirium and insomnia. There are only about 14 recorded cases of the illness disease since it was first discovered.
Diagnosis:
The disease can be detected by monitoring of the symptoms exhibited by the patient.
Treatment:
There is no specific treatment yet for the disease. Medications such as azathioprine and prednisolone have been found effective in reducing the symptoms E10of the illness.
Symptoms and Signs:
The signs of acrodystrophic neuropathy are disordered sleep, cramps, hallucinastions, hyperhidrosis, muscle weakness and extreme pain in the long muscles. In some cases, breathing difficulties are present.
Causes:
The disease is a result of other autoimmune disorders that cause damages to the central nervous system.
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