Lhermitte sign

The Lhermitte sign is also known as anterior internuclear ophthalmoplegia syndrome and medial longitudinal bundle syndrome. Caused by damage to the medial longitudinal bundle at the level of the nerve knee. It is one of the characteristic manifestations of multiple sclerosis. Differential diagnosis of Lhermitte's sign: spinal metastases, cervical spondylosis, cervical disc herniation, multiple sclerosis, post-traumatic syndrome, subacute combined degeneration, chemotherapy, cervical spinal cord disease, vitamin B12 deficiency (vitamin B12 deficiency). Basic Information Specialist classification: growth and development check classification: physical examination Applicable gender: whether men and women apply fasting: not fasting Tips: Check your relaxation. Normal value The result of the test was negative. There is no abnormal contact inductance. Clinical significance Abnormal results: The test results are positive, that is, the faster and more powerful the neck flexion, the stronger the contact inductance, such as slow necking and slower touch inductance. It is one of the characteristic manifestations of multiple sclerosis. People who need to be examined: people with abnormal electric shock in the neck. Precautions Taboo before inspection: no special contraindications. Requirements for inspection: Check the feelings of relaxation, should face positively, and actively cooperate with the inspection. Inspection process The patient is sitting, and the neck examination will not induce a tingling or electric shock. Not suitable for the crowd Inappropriate crowd: None. Adverse reactions and risks No relevant information.

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