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1. Muscular Dystrophy group of diseases that cause progressive weakness and loss of muscle mass.
2. Muscular dystrophy, abnormal genes interfere with the production of proteins needed to form healthy muscle
3. Signs & Symptoms: frequent falls, difficulty rising from lying or sitting position, trouble running or jumping, walking on your toes, and large calf muscles.
4. steroid medications, braces, splints,wheelchairs , therapy, and breathing aids.

Questions:
1. What are some treatments for Muscular Dystrophy?

2. How does Muscular Dystrophy worsen over time?

3. What are some signs of early Muscular Dystrophy?

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Muscular dystrophy is a hereditary disease that can greatly affect your muscles causing them to lose their mass and become weak. This can be caused as a result by deterioration of the genes also known as a mutation that can start usually from a young age.

Signs and Symptoms:
Increased pain in the muscles, abnormality in walking, weak muscles, loss of muscle mass, can disrupt the development of learning

Treatment:
There is no solid cure confirmed but they are treatments to maintain this disease such as having physical therapy, taking prescribed medications, surgery, using splints and therapeutic massages

3 questions:
Why does this start when you are at a young age?
Do the health of people with this disease change over time?
How many people can be affected by muscular dystrophy daily?

What I learned
I learned muscular dystrophy is a very serious disease that can really alter the function within your muscles which can prevent you from doing a lot of things. It could even be genetic, which means that not just one person in the family can get it. There are different types of muscular dystrophy that affect people differently.

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You will locate your name to the right of these instructions.  In your column will were you will answer the following questions about your 2 of the 5 Muscular System Condition on the attached document.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VMux5UdPq3kfsqq_vnY4Hosc4E_mrW7w/view (pages 347-351)

The Questions are as follows:
1. First be sure to list that your condition you are working on.
2. You will discuss the condition itself by give a detailed explanation as to what is happening inside the body during this issue.
3. You will then discuss the signs and symptoms that will be associated with this medical problem.
4. You will describe the care that can be provided for a patient in any of the condition.
5. Add a picture related to the Condition?
6. Finally post 3 questions related to the condition and what you learned about the condition.

When you are done with the above work you will go to 3 other posts not your own and answer there questions: (be sure the only answer questions on condition you did not have for your assignment.)

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Myositis is a disease that makes your immune system attack your muscles. It causes chronic inflammation and swelling. Eventually, this inflammation makes your muscles feel increasingly weak. It attacks the muscles connected to your skeletal muscles.
S&S
-muscle fatigue and weakness,
- frequent falling
- swelling of the feet and legs
- muscular and joint pain.

It's not possible to cure myositis, but treatment can help control the symptoms. Treatment  includes: medicines, such as steroids, to reduce swelling and stop your immune system attacking your body.

1. What is the national average of people diagnosed with myositis in the US?
2. Is myositis recessive or dominant?

I learned how rare and how harmful this slowly progressive  disease is.

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1. Fibromyalgia
2. When you have fibromyalgia, there is altered signaling in neural pathways that transmit and receive pain.
3. Symptoms of fibromyalgia can be muscle pain, tendon points, joint pain, stiffness, fatigue, depression, insomnia, and others.
4. You can treat this with, physical therapy, exercise regimen, massage, relaxation techniques, medication, and/or lifestyle changes.
5. above
6. What are common ages of fibromyalgia, what causes fibromyalgia, how severe can this become if not treated?

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Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder which causes pain and tenderness in the entire body. It mainly affects the central nervous system. Most people get fribromyalgia because of stressful events, car accidents, PTSD, or repetitive injuries. Many people with this disorder have trouble sleeping and have a widespread musculoskeletal pain.

Signs and Symptoms:
- Pain and stiffness
- Fatigue/tiredness
- Headaches
- Sleep problems

A patient of fibromyalgia can receive patient education, exercise, as well as treatment to other conditions that may contribute to the disorder. For example antidepressants, painkillers, medication for sleeping, and etc. is provided for depression or sleep apnea.

Questions:
1. What are stress relievers for patients with fibromyalgia?
2. What can trigger a fibromyalgia flare-up?
3. How is fibromyalgia caused?

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description: widespread musculoskeletal pain accompanied by fatigue, sleep, memory, and mood issues, most likely as a result of confused painful and non painful signals. induced by physical trauma/ infections

signs and symptoms: pain and stiffness, fatigue, depression/ anxiety, sleep issues, etc

treatment: self-care, physical activity, cognitive-behavioral therapy

i learned that this medical condition is most commonly seen in women with physical trauma

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1. Myositis
2. Myositis is a disease that make your immune system attack your muscles causing chronic inflammation and on and off swelling. Your muscles will eventually become weak.
3. Symptoms of myositis can be muscle weakness, swelling, tenderness, muscle damage, myalgia, rash, and/or fatigue.
4. You can treat myositis by giving the patient medication and antibiotics. You can also reduce inflammation.
5. above
6. What is the common age for getting myositis? Where is the most common place for the swelling to occur. How common is this condition.

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1. Fibromyalgia
2. Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder that causes pain and tenderness throughout the body, as well as fatigue and trouble sleeping.
3. Signs & Symptoms are; Muscle and joint stiffness, tender to touch, and numbness or tingling in the arms and legs.
4. Care than can be provided are self-care physical activity and cognitive-behavioral therapy.
Questions:
1. What is scientifically known about this condition?
2. How to cope with Fibromyalgia?
3. Are there other disorders that is similar to Fibromyalgia?

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1. Cerebral Palsy
2. Cerebral Palsy is a group of disorders that affect a person's ability to move and maintain balance and posture. It is the most common motor disability in childhood
3. Mild to severe, delayed development, muscle tightness, abnormal gait, joint contracture, paralysis, seizures
4. Medication for symptoms, physical therapy, surgical intervention.
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6. I learned that cerebral palsy is a common childhood disability that can occur in 1 in 278 children. It affects one's ability to move and keep their balance and posture.
Questions:
Is cerebral palsy genetic?
Does cerebral palsy get worse over time?
Is cerebral palsy hard to live with?

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description: group of diseases where muscles are inflamed, which leads to prolonged muscle fatigue and weakness. due to immune system attacking the muscles

signs and symptoms: difficulty standing, climbing stairs, lifting arms; fatigue, etc

treatment: incurable, but steroids and physiotherapy helps to improve muscle strength and reduce swelling

i learned that myositis is an automimmune disorder

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Cerebral Palsy affects the whole body, or can be limited primarily to one or two limbs, or one side of the body. As well as lack of muscle coordination when performing voluntary movements and stiff or tight muscles and extreme weakness.

S&S (show in childhood)
- Delays in reaching development milestones
- Weak arms or legs
- Fidgety, jerky or clumsy movements

CP has no cure although, physical therapy and rehabilitation can help treat a young child in need to develop common skills and knowledge (if possible).

1. What causes CP?

I learned how this permanent condition can unfortunately be expensive and saddening for young kids.

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Cerebral Palsy

What is happening inside the body?
There are several different types of cerebral palsy but they all ultimately affect/ are exposed to the brain. It brings an abnormality to the brain, infections, bleeding to the brain, etc. Depending on each person it affects parts of their body differently. This is mostly subjected to kids that are premature from birth.

Signs & Symptoms:
Delayed development, muscle tightness, joint contracture, paralysis, seizures, etc.

Treatment/ Care for patient:
Ultimately no cure but can have medications to ease symptoms, physical therapy, surgery, etc.

Questions:
- Can cerebral palsy get worse over time?
- For kids who have it premature at birth, what happened for them to get cerebral palsy?
- What are the most common injuries that lead to cerebral palsy.

I learned that cerebral palsy can be premature from birth for many people and that we really don't have anything we can do about it besides that we can ease their symptoms or help them get better.

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Muscular dystrophy causes weakness and loss of muscle mass. It is a group of diseases which interfere with the production of proteins needed to form healthy muscles. First, the muscles around the eyes and mouth are affected, then muscles around the shoulder, chest, and upper arm. Sometimes the shoulders may appear slanted and appear winged.

Signs and Symptoms
- Muscle weakness
- Eyelid drooping
- Loss of strength
- Delayed motor skills

Most cases, people with muscular dystrophy will need mobility assistance: crutches, wheelchairs, walkers, canes, etc. They will also be provided pharmacological corticosteroid therapy which controls symptoms and slow the diseases spreading.

Questions:
1. What causes muscular dystrophy?
2. Most of the time, which parent carries the muscular dystrophy gene?
3. Can muscular dystrophy be prevented?

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Myositis is a rare group of diseases characterized by inflamed muscles, which can cause prolonged muscle fatigue and weakness.  Difficulty standing up from a seated position.Difficulty climbing stairs.Difficulty lifting the arms.Fatigue after standing or walking a long time, they are all comon syptoms of Myostis.  Most people get myostis after the age of 50. You can not treat Myostis, however you can reduce pain by medication.
Questions
1- what is a symptom of Mystois
2-  What is a treatment of Myostis
3 What age do most people get Myostis

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Myopathy is a general term referring to any disease that affects the muscles that control voluntary movement in the body. Patients experience muscle weakness due to a dysfunction of the muscle fibers. Muscle weakness.Muscle soreness (myalgias)Cramps. Stiffness.Muscle wasting around the shoulders and hips. These are all kinds of syptoms that you can get while having Myopathy.  Most common age for Myopathy is 40-60 yrs if age.  The goal of treatment for Myopathy is to decrease inflamation with medication.
Questions
1- What is a syptom of Myopathy
2- What is the goal for treatment of Myopathy
3- What is the common age group for Myopathy

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1. what age group is most likely to develop myositis?
2. What kind of exercise is helpful to ail the pain from fibromyalgia?
3. What does fibromyalgia do long-term?

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Myasthenia gravis is an autoimmune, chronic, neuromuscular disorder where antibodies attack neuromuscular connections, which leads to communication issues between the nerves and muscles. Generally, myasthenia gravis patients feel fatigue and weakness in their voluntary muscles. Those with tumors in the thymus  frequently have myasthenia gravis.
Some signs of myasthenia gravis include facial paralysis, shortness of breath, and difficulty swallowing in addition to pronouncing words. The symptoms of myasthenia gravis include weakness in the neck of limbs, muscle weakness and fatigue, and visual problems (such as drooping eyelids and double vision).
To treat this disease, the focus is to increase the function of the muscle and to avoid any swallowing or breathing problems. Some treatment options include medication such as steroids, infusions of monoclonal antibodies, immunoglobulin given intravenously, and a procedure known as plasmapheresis, which replaces unusual antibodies in the blood with blood from a donor.

Three Questions:
1. What do myasthenia gravis patients experience in their voluntary muscles?
2. The communication between what two things is interrupted?
3. What kind of patients does myasthenia gravis commonly occur?

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1. Cerebral Palsy
2. Cerebral Palsy- is a group of disorders that affect a person's ability to move and maintain balance.
3. Signs & Symptoms are; Muscle spasms, shaking hands, and delays in reaching development milestones.
4. Care than can be provided are Physical therapy, Orthotic devices, Medications, and Surgery
Questions:
1. What causes Cerebral Palsy?
2. Does Cerebral Palsy gets worse over time?
3. Is Cerebral Palsy a Genetic Disorder?

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1. Muscular Dystrophy
2. Muscular dystrophy is a group of diseases that cause progressive weakness and loss of muscle mass. Abnormal/mutated genes interfere with the production of proteins needed to form healthy muscle
3. Mental retardation, muscle weakness, eyelid drooping, loss of strength, muscle atrophy, delayed motor skills
4. There is no known cure for muscular dystrophy, but there are ways to manage it. These include physical therapy, medication, surgery to improve function, and as much physical activity as possible.
5. (see attached)
6. I learned that muscular dystrophy is an incurable disorder that can cause weakening and possible loss of muscle mass.
Questions:
Can muscular dystrophy be inherited?
Who is most likely to be affected by muscular dystrophy?
Can muscular dystrophy get worse as you age?

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Muscular Dystrophy is a group of genetic diseases that cause progressive weakness and degeneration of skeletal muscles during voluntary movement. Disorders vary in age, severity, and pattern of affected muscles.

Signs and Symptoms: Frequent falling, difficulty standing up from a seated or lying position, trouble running and jumping, staggering gait, muscle pain and stiffness.

Treatment: Steroid medications for muscle strength maintenance, stretching and exercises for restoration of voluntary muscles, braces, splints, assistive devices (wheelchairs).

Questions:

How do people go about their daily lives with muscular dystrophy?

What triggers muscular dystrophy?

In what ages are people usually diagnosed with muscular dystrophy?

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Myositis is an autoimmune disease that results in the inflammation of the muscles.

Signs and Symptoms: Muscle weakness, swelling, tenderness, muscle damage, Myalgia, rash, and fatigue.

Treatment: Medication, antibiotics, and reducing inflammation to stop immune system from attacking the muscles.

Questions:

How long does it take to recover from myositis?

Does myositis have long lasting effects?

What side of the population is more likely to develop myositis?

What I learned from Condition: I learned that Myositis is a type of muscular disease that is autoimmune, so it involves the immune system attacking the muscles. I also learned the causes, signs, symptoms, and treatments for Myositis.

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1. The condition I am working on is Cerebral Palsy.
2. Cerebral Palsy is caused by abnormal brain development or damage to the developing brain that affects a person's ability to control his or her muscles. The brain areas that is most affected is the cerebral cortex. Even though the cerebral palsy does not worsen over time, the condition can put a  strain on the body and cause problems such as painful joints and muscles.
3. Some of the signs and symptoms include

delays in reaching development milestones

seeming too stiff or too floppy

weak arms or legs

random, uncontrolled movements

4. The care that the patient should receive in this condition are medications (muscle or nerve injection to tighten muscles, medications to reduce drooling such as botox injections), therapies (physical therapies are usual when it comes to muscle training and exercises to help the patient’s overall development), or surgical procedures (orthopedic surgeries might be needed for presents with severe contractures or deformities).
6. Questions:
- Does cerebral palsy affect different people in different ways?
- Is cerebral palsy contagious?
- Do all people with CP experience the same effects?
Things I learned:
- Cerebral Palsy is more common in boys than in girls
- You cannot get cerebral palsy as an adult

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The disorder, cerebral palsy, impairs a person's ability to move, including the way they hold themselves and posture. It can have affects on speech, as well. Cerebral palsy has to do with muscular weakness or dysfunction, as well as a brain anomaly

Signs and Symptoms:
- paralysis
- seizures
- tremors
- muscle spasms
- floppy or rigid limbs

Treatment/cure:
There is no cure for cerebral palsy, but alternative treatments for this are medications for the symptoms, surgery for it's affects, and physical therapy.

Questions:
1) What symptoms do treatment for cerebral palsy alleviate?
2) After a person is diagnosed with cerebral palsy or shows signs at a young age, is there any way to slow its progression?
3) Is cerebral palsy genetically transferred or it is diagnosed later on?

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What is happening inside the body?
It's when antibodies, block or destroy our receptors that help for us to use our muscles. A cause of myasthenia gravis can be that there is a tumor in the thymus. And as you get older you are more prone to getting it, especially for women.

Signs & Symptoms:
muscle weakness, shortness of breath, facial paralysis, double vision, etc.

Treatment/ Care for patient:
There is no known cure but they may take medications, get thymectomy, get eye patches for double vision, etc.

Questions:
- Why is it more common for women to get myasthenia gravis?
- Can this be given from person to person?
- How do these antibodies form for this condition?

I learned that myasthenia gravis is a rare long-term condition that is more common for women to get it. And that it can give slight signs to say that you have it but sometimes they are hard to notice.

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Cerebral palsy is multiple disorders involving the brain that impact people's movement and their maintenance of balance and posture. Cerebral palsy affects the nervous system's normal functioning, such as movement, learning, hearing seeing, and thinking. Over time, this condition can lead to problems like painful joints and muscles once the patient reaches adulthood.
Symptoms and signs of cerebral palsy appear in infancy or the preschool years. The signs of cerebral palsy include weak arms and legs, tremors in the hands, muscle spasms, clumsy movements, hypotonia, and issues with depth perception. Some symptoms of cerebral palsy are swallowing problems and mental health conditions (for example emotional disorders).
Some treatments for cerebral palsy include physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech and language therapy. There are also procedures available to help correct issues. For instance, the most common surgery for cerebral palsy is orthopedic surgery, which is used to help with movement, posture, and gait.

Three Questions:
1. What does cerebral palsy affect?
2. How common is cerebral palsy?
3. What is the main cause of cerebral palsy?

What I learned: Cerebral palsy impacts the brain and affects the ability to move, maintain balance, and maintain posture.

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Cerebral palsy is a neurological disorder that affects movement, muscle tone, and coordination. It is caused by damage to the developing brain, usually before or during birth, but can also occur in early childhood. This condition is non-progressive, meaning it does not worsen over time, but the symptoms can change as a child grows.

Inside the body, cerebral palsy is characterized by abnormalities in the brain's structure or function. The damage can occur in different areas of the brain, including the cerebrum (responsible for higher cognitive functions), cerebellum (involved in motor control and coordination), and basal ganglia (regulating movement). The exact cause of cerebral palsy is often unknown, but it can be attributed to various factors such as prenatal infections, genetic mutations, lack of oxygen during birth (birth asphyxia), premature birth, or brain injury after birth.

The signs and symptoms of cerebral palsy vary depending on the type and severity of the condition. Common symptoms include:

1. Movement difficulties: Individuals with cerebral palsy may have problems with muscle control and coordination. This can manifest as spasticity (stiff muscles with exaggerated reflexes), athetosis (involuntary writhing movements), ataxia (unsteady movements), or a combination of these.

2. Muscle weakness: Weakness in certain muscle groups can lead to difficulties with tasks such as walking, sitting, or grasping objects.

3. Abnormal posture: People with cerebral palsy may have an abnormal posture due to muscle imbalances or tightness. This can result in a curved spine (scoliosis), contractures (permanent tightening of muscles or joints), or joint deformities.

4. Balance and coordination issues: Impaired coordination and balance can make it challenging to perform precise movements or maintain stability while standing or walking.

5. Speech and communication difficulties: Some individuals with cerebral palsy may have difficulty speaking clearly or using their vocal cords effectively. This can range from mild speech impairments to complete inability to speak.

6. Intellectual disabilities: While not always present, some individuals with cerebral palsy may have intellectual disabilities that affect their cognitive abilities, learning, and problem-solving skills.

7. Sensory impairments: Cerebral palsy can also be associated with sensory impairments, such as vision or hearing problems.

The care provided for a patient with cerebral palsy aims to improve their quality of life and maximize their independence. It typically involves a multidisciplinary approach, including healthcare professionals such as pediatricians, neurologists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and orthopedic surgeons. The specific care plan will depend on the individual's needs and may include:

1. Physical therapy: Physical therapy focuses on improving muscle strength, flexibility, and coordination through exercises and specialized techniques. This can help individuals with cerebral palsy improve their mobility and motor skills.

2. Occupational therapy: Occupational therapy aims to enhance an individual's ability to perform daily activities such as dressing, eating, and writing. It focuses on developing fine motor skills and adaptive strategies to overcome challenges.

3. Speech therapy: Speech therapy helps individuals with cerebral palsy improve their communication skills by addressing speech difficulties, language development, and alternative communication methods if necessary.

4. Medications: Medications may be prescribed to manage specific symptoms associated with cerebral palsy, such as muscle spasticity or seizures.

5. Assistive devices: Depending on the severity of the condition, assistive devices like wheelchairs, braces, or orthotics may be recommended to improve mobility and provide support.

6. Surgery: In some cases, surgical interventions may be necessary to correct skeletal deformities or release tight muscles (tendon lengthening).

7. Supportive care: Emotional support and counseling are essential for individuals with cerebral palsy and their families. Support groups and community resources can provide valuable assistance and guidance.

What are the potential causes and risk factors associated with cerebral palsy?

How does cerebral palsy impact an individual's social and emotional well-being?

What are the potential genetic factors that contribute to the development of cerebral palsy?

- I learned cerebral palsy happens to boys more than it does to girls

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1. The condition I am working on is Fibromyalgia
2. Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder that causes pain and tenderness throughout the body, as well as fatigue and trouble sleeping. Fibromyalgia is often triggered by an event that causes physical stress or emotional stress.
3. Signs and symptoms include

Pain and stiffness all over the body

Fatigue and tiredness

Depression and anxiety

Problems with thinking, memory, and concentration

4. Three main treatments recommended for fibromyalgia are talking therapies, exercise and medicines. Although there is no cure for fibromyalgia, your healthcare provider will help you find a combination of treatments that relieve your symptoms
6. Questions:
- What does fibromyalgia do to people’s bodies in the long term?
- What types of activities expose me to fibromyalgia?
- What part of the population is more affected with fibromyalgia?

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Muscular Dystrophy occurs when there is a degeneration of the skeletal muscles. Like Cerebral Palsy, gene mutations are the cause of this. This is a disease that weakens the muscles and causes the brain to function differently than average.

Signs and Symptoms:
- Muscle weakness
- Delayed motor skills
- loss of strength
- waddling gait

Treatment/cure:
There is no cure as of right now, but there are multiply treatments, such as medication, surgery, physical therapy/activity/ and small exercises.

Questions:
1) What are the first developments of Muscular Dystrophy?
2) Is there any way to slow the progression of Muscular Dystrophy?
3) If one is diagnosed with Muscular Dystrophy, does that mean that all of the symptoms appear or only a selected few/majority?

Learning for Muscular Dystrophy: I learned that Muscular Dystrophy and Cerebral Palsy are closely related

Learning for Cerebral Palsy: I learned that cerebral palsy not only affect the brain, but affects the body movement as well.

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- Myositis is inflammation of the muscle, and it causes the muscles to become weak, tired, and painful. It can be caused by your immune system attacking your muscles, infection, medication, or muscle trauma.
- Signs and symptoms can include muscle weakness, swelling, tenderness, muscle damage, myalgia, rash, and fatigue.
- Treatment is focused on reducing the inflammation, and can involve medication and antibiotics. It cannot be cured, but treatment can help control the symptoms.

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Cerebral palsy causes impaired movement associated with exaggerated reflexes, floppiness or spasticity of the limbs and trunk, unusual posture, involuntary movements, unsteady walking, or some combination of these.

Some signs and symptoms that cerebral palsy can cause are delayed development, muscle tightness, abnormal gait, joint contracture, paralysis, seizures, and more.

There are some treatment options, but there is no cure. Medication for symptoms, physical therapy, and surgical interventions are some of the treatment options.

Questions:
What is one risk factor of cerebral palsy?
What is one symptom of cerebral palsy?
Is there a cure for cerebral palsy?

I learned that cerebral palsy causes impaired movement, and some signs and symptoms are delayed development and joint contracture.

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Myositis is the name for a group of rare conditions that can cause muscles to become weak, tired, and painful. It is the inflammation of the muscles that you use to move the body.

The signs and symptoms of myositis are muscle weakness, swelling, tenderness, muscle damage, myalgia, rash, and  fatigue

You will describe the care that can be provided for a patient in any of the conditions. Some treatment options are medication, antibiotics, and reducing inflammation.

Question:
What are some causes and risk factors of myositis?
What is one symptom of myositis?
What is a treatment option for myositis?

I learned that there is different types of myositis and it could be caused by infection.

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Cerebral palsy is a group of disorder that affect a person's ability to move and maintain balance and posture. Cerebral palsy distorts messages from the brain to cause increased muscle tension (called hypertonus) or reduced muscle tension (called hypotonus).They might have a hard time with quick movements or movements that need a lot of control, like writing. Signs & symptoms-
-delays in reaching development milestones – for example, not sitting by 8 months or not walking by 18 months.
- seeming too stiff or too floppy (hypotonia)
- weak arms or legs.
-fidgety, jerky or clumsy movements.
-random, uncontrolled movements.
-muscle spasms.
-shaking hands (tremors)
Care
medication, care and therapy
I learned that CP is more common among boys than girls
Questions:
1. Is cerebral palsy hereditary?
2.Do all people with CP experience developmental delays?
3.Is There a Cure for Cerebral Palsy?

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Myositis
Myositis is a disease that makes your immune system attack your muscles.  Most types of myositis are autoimmune conditions, where the body's immune system attacks itself, causing swelling of the muscles and joints.
Signs & symptoms
- difficult standing up from a seated position.
- difficulty climbing stairs
-difficulty lifting the arms
-fatigue after after standing or walking a long time
-trouble swallowing or breathing
-muscle pain that does not subside within a few weeks
- a red or purple colored rash on the eyelids, elbows, knees and knuckles.
Care

- Treatment of myositis can include anti-inflammatory medications and intravenous administration of gamma globulin
I learned that myositis is a rare group of diseases.
Questions
1.Do you recover from myositis?
2.Does anything make it worse?
3.Is myositis contagious?

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Cerebral palsy also referred to CP is a variety of disorders that take control of the person's ability to move, maintain balance and posture. If we break the word apart cerebral means having to do with the brain and palsy means weakness and problems with using muscles. Cerebral palsy is caused by a abnormal brain development or damage to the developing brain. This affects the ability to control the muscles.
signs and symptoms:
-  delays in reaching development milestones
- seeming too stiff or too floppy
- weak arms or legs
- fidgety, jerky or clumsy movements random
- uncontrolled movements
- muscle spasms.
- tremors
Treatment: There is no cure for cerebral palsy but there is medication that can help improve the life of the patient.  some forms of treatment are physical therapy ,rehabilitation, orthotic device, medication, and surgery
I learned a lot about cerebral palsy and what it is exactly. I now know it does not have a cure but there is treatment.

1. who is most likely to get cerebral palsy?
2. how many people get it yearly?
3. Can people with cerebral palsy live a normal life?

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Fibromyalgia is a complex and chronic disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and cognitive difficulties. It affects approximately 2-8% of the population, predominantly women. The exact cause of fibromyalgia is still unknown, but it is believed to involve a combination of genetic, environmental, and psychological factors.

1. **Understanding the Condition:**

Inside the body of a person with fibromyalgia, there are several key mechanisms that contribute to the development and persistence of symptoms. One of the primary features is an abnormal processing of pain signals in the central nervous system (CNS). This means that individuals with fibromyalgia have an amplified response to painful stimuli, leading to increased sensitivity and heightened pain perception.

Additionally, there is evidence of neurochemical imbalances in fibromyalgia patients. Neurotransmitters such as serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine play crucial roles in regulating pain perception, mood, and sleep. In fibromyalgia, these neurotransmitters may be dysregulated, contributing to the widespread pain and other associated symptoms.

Furthermore, studies have shown that individuals with fibromyalgia have alterations in their immune system function. There is evidence of increased levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines and other immune markers in the blood and cerebrospinal fluid of fibromyalgia patients. These immune system abnormalities may contribute to the chronic inflammation observed in some cases.

Moreover, disturbances in the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis have been observed in fibromyalgia patients. The HPA axis plays a crucial role in regulating stress responses and maintaining homeostasis. Dysregulation of this axis can lead to abnormalities in cortisol levels and may contribute to the fatigue and sleep disturbances experienced by individuals with fibromyalgia.

2. **Signs and Symptoms:**

The signs and symptoms associated with fibromyalgia can vary from person to person, but the most common ones include:

- Widespread musculoskeletal pain: This is the hallmark symptom of fibromyalgia. The pain is typically described as a constant dull ache that affects multiple areas of the body, including the neck, shoulders, back, hips, and legs. The pain may be accompanied by stiffness and tenderness in specific tender points.

- Fatigue: Many individuals with fibromyalgia experience persistent fatigue, even after getting sufficient sleep. This fatigue can be debilitating and may interfere with daily activities.

- Sleep disturbances: Fibromyalgia often disrupts sleep patterns, leading to non-restorative sleep. Patients may have difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up feeling unrefreshed.

- Cognitive difficulties: Often referred to as "fibro fog," individuals with fibromyalgia may experience problems with memory, concentration, and overall cognitive function. This can impact their ability to perform tasks that require mental focus.

- Headaches: Frequent tension headaches or migraines are commonly reported by fibromyalgia patients.

- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS): Many individuals with fibromyalgia also experience gastrointestinal symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, constipation, or diarrhea.

- Sensitivity to stimuli: People with fibromyalgia may have heightened sensitivity to light, noise, temperature changes, and certain odors.

3. **Care for Fibromyalgia Patients:**

The management of fibromyalgia involves a multidisciplinary approach aimed at reducing symptoms and improving quality of life. Treatment options may include:

- Medications: Certain medications can help manage the symptoms of fibromyalgia. These may include analgesics (pain relievers), antidepressants (to address mood and sleep disturbances), and anticonvulsants (to reduce nerve-related pain).

- Physical therapy: Exercise programs tailored to the individual's needs can help improve strength, flexibility, and overall physical function. Physical therapists may also use techniques such as massage, heat therapy, and hydrotherapy to alleviate pain.

- Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT): CBT can help individuals with fibromyalgia develop coping strategies and change negative thought patterns that contribute to their symptoms. It can also address sleep disturbances and improve overall psychological well-being.

- Stress management techniques: Learning stress reduction techniques such as relaxation exercises, mindfulness, and deep breathing can help manage pain and improve sleep.

- Sleep hygiene: Establishing a regular sleep routine, creating a comfortable sleep environment, and practicing good sleep hygiene habits can promote better quality sleep.

- Complementary therapies: Some individuals find relief from fibromyalgia symptoms through complementary therapies such as acupuncture, yoga, tai chi, or herbal supplements. However, it is important to consult with healthcare professionals before trying any alternative treatments.

1. What is the relationship between fibromyalgia and central sensitization, and how does this impact pain perception?
2. How does fibromyalgia impact sleep quality and quantity, and what are some strategies for improving sleep in individuals with fibromyalgia?
3. Are there any dietary interventions that have been shown to be effective in managing fibromyalgia symptoms, such as reducing inflammation or improving energy levels?

i learned that fibromyalgia neurochemical imbalances in fibromyalgia patients

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Myositis is a type of myopathy, and a myopathy refers to diseases that affect the muscles connected to your bone. Myositis is a disease that makes your immune system attack your muscles. There are different forms of myositis and they affect different groups of muscles.  Myositis most commonly affects your most used muscles.  Myositis causes chronic inflammation, the swelling comes and goes. Over time the inflammation causes weakness in the muscles.
signs and symptoms:
- Difficulty standing up from a seated position
- Difficulty climbing stairs
- Difficulty lifting the arms
-Fatigue after standing or walking a long time
- Trouble swallowing or breathing
- Muscle pain that does not subside within a few weeks
- A red or purple colored rash on the eyelids, elbows, knees and knuckles
treatment: There is no cure for myositis but some treatments can be medicines, such as steroids, to reduce swelling and stop your immune system attacking your body.
I learned what myositis affects and how it affects the skeletal muscles.

- who is most likely to get myositis?
- what causes myositis?
- can myositis be deadly?

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1. Cerebral Palsy is a group of disorders that affect a person's ability to move and maintain balance and posture.
2.  Cerebral Palsy causes impaired movement associated with exaggerated reflexes, floppiness or spasticity of the limbs and trunk, unusual posture, involuntary movements, and unsteady walking.
3. Signs & Symptoms: delays in reaching development milestones, seeming too stiff or too floppy, weak arms or legs, fidgety, jerky or clumsy movements, random, uncontrolled movements, and muscle spasms
4. Physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, and recreational therapy.

Questions:
1.Why is speech impairment causes in cerebral palsy?

2. What are the main causes of CP?

3. How does CP affect the brain?

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A series of more than 30 hereditary illnesses known together as muscular dystrophy result in gradual weakening and degradation of the skeletal muscles required for voluntary movement. The age of onset, severity, and muscle pattern of these illnesses vary.

Some signs and symptoms are known as pain in the muscles, abnormality walking, loss of muscle, delayed development or learning disability, constantly walking on tip toe and more

Assistive devices like wheelchairs, computers, and lifting devices to help people with DBMD continue their daily activities; surgery to extend walking; stretching and other exercises specially designed for people with muscular dystrophy; braces and splints; and steroid medications to maintain muscle strength as long as possible.

I learnt that muscle dystrophy can cause your muscles to weaken there affecting some daily activities and troubling part of your life.

Is muscular dystrophy inherited?

Do all forms of muscular dystrophy begin in childhood?

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Myositis is a set of uncommon diseases that can make muscles weak, worn out, and painful. Myositis simply refers to muscular inflammation. Something may be swollen if it is inflammatory. People of any age, including children, can develop myositis.

Symptoms:

Difficulty standing up from a seated position.

Difficulty climbing stairs.

Difficulty lifting the arms.

Fatigue after standing or walking a long time.

Trouble swallowing or breathing.

Muscle pain that does not subside within a few weeks.

A red or purple colored rash on the eyelids, elbows, knees and knuckles.

Myositis cannot be cured, although treatment can help manage the symptoms. Medications, such as steroids, are frequently used as a kind of treatment to reduce swelling and inhibit the immune system from attacking your body. Physiotherapy to keep you moving and strengthen your muscles.

One thing I learned about myositis is how dangerous it can be, and can affect breathing and swallowing

Is Myositis inherited?

What does myositis attack?

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Myasthenia gravis is when your muscles that are normally under your control can become fatigued and you can become weaker very quickly.

A disruption in the communication between the muscles and the nerves is what causes the disorder.

Signs and symptoms:

Can cause weakness in the arms and leg muscles, difficulty with speaking and chewing, having double vision, having different facial expressions such as droopiness on the upper eyelid, fatigue, and shortness of breath

Treatment

Treatment that can help sustain this condition is prescribed medication, surgery, therapy, blood transfusion and muscle strengthener

Three questions

Why is this condition very strong?

Can you live a normal life with this condition?

What causes myasthenia gravis?

What I learned

Way to learn about myasthenia gravis is that it is a neuromuscular disease that can make you weak within your skeletal muscles which can cause severe discomfort, droopy facial expression as well as many other symptoms. Fortunately there is treatment that can help anyone with this condition live a near normal life.

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The most typical motor impairment in children is cerebral palsy. Cerebral refers to something involving the brain. Palsy refers to muscle weakness or functional issues. A person's capacity to regulate their muscles is hampered by aberrant brain development or damage to the growing brain, which results in CP.

Signs and symptoms: Exaggerated reflexes, sluggish or inflexible limbs, and uncontrollable movements are all symptoms. These start to show up by early childhood.

Treatment: Drugs, sometimes surgery, as well as physical and other therapy are all a part of long-term treatment.

What causes Cerebral Palsy ?

Is it life threating?

Does it affect everyone the same way?

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A chronic (long-lasting) condition called fibromyalgia leaves the body delicate and painful throughout, as well as tired and sleep-deprived. Although the disorder's exact source is unknown, those who suffer from it have heightened pain thresholds.

Signs and Symptoms: A illness called fibromyalgia is characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain along with problems with sleep, memory, and mood. According to researchers, fibromyalgia alters how your brain and spinal cord receive painful and nonpainful impulses, amplifying painful sensations.

Treatment: The symptoms of fibromyalgia can be managed and treated, but there is no known cure for the condition. Exercise or other movement therapies, counseling, and medicine are frequently used in conjunction for treatment.

What age range to people most get it?
It is common?
Does it have lost lasting effects?

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Questions
1. Can myositis be cured?
2. What are 3 symptoms of myositis?
3. What is 1 cause of myositis?

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- Antibodies, which are immune proteins produced by the immune system, block, alter, or destroy the communication between nerves and muscles. This prevents the muscle from contracting.
- Signs and symptoms can include muscle weakness, shortness of breath, difficulty swallowing and chewing, facial paralysis, drooping eyelids, and double vision.
- There is no cure for myasthenia gravis, but treatment can involve medications and thymectomy to help slow down the disease and increase muscle strength. If a patient has double vision, they may use an eyepatch.

Questions:
1. What can treatment for myasthenia accomplish?
2. What in the body destroys the communication between nerves and muscles in myasthenia gravis?
3. What are two of the available treatment options?