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Signs and Symptoms of Concussion

The first sign of a concussion is a headache. It can follow a head impact or rapid acceleration–deceleration. The intensity varies from mild to...

Symptoms and Signs of Meningitis

The first sign often described in meningitis is a stiff neck. Meningitis is an infection characterized by inflammation of the meninges—the protective membranes covering...

Symptoms and Signs of Cerebral Palsy

Cerebral palsy is commonly described as a condition involving atypical muscle tone. Muscle tone contributes to postural control and coordinated movement. When muscle groups...

Causes, Symptoms, and Signs of Myoclonus

A clinical description of myoclonus refers to sudden, brief, involuntary muscle jerks. These events can involve different muscle groups and may occur singly or...

Symptoms and Signs of Myasthenia Gravis

Brief drooping of the upper eyelid can occur in everyday situations. In medical literature, ptosis (drooping of the upper eyelid) is also described among...

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