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Multiple System Atrophy
Alternate Names : Neurologic Orthostatic Hypotension, Parkinson's Plus Syndrome, Shy-Drager Syndrome, Shy-McGee-Drager Syndrome
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Prognosis (Expectations)
The probable outcome is poor. There is a progressive loss of mental and physical functions until general debilitation develops. Early death is likely.
Rate of progression differs in every case and speed of decline may vary widely in individual patients.
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• Definition
• Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
• Symptoms & Signs
• Diagnosis & Tests
• Treatment
• Prognosis
• Complications
• Calling Your Health Care Provider
• Pictures & Images
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Tests & Exams
• ADH
• Blood Pressure
• Catecholamines - Blood
• Catecholamines - Urine
• MRI of the Head
Other Topics
• Blood Pressure - Low
• Confusion
• Depression
• Dizziness
• Erection Problems
• Fainting
• Iris
• Movement - Uncoordinated
• Muscle Aches
• Muscle Atrophy
• Muscle Cramps
• Muscle Function Loss
• Nausea and Vomiting
• Speech Impairment (Adult)
• Swallowing Difficulty
• Sweating - Excessive
• Vision Problems
• Walking/Gait Abnormalities
Review Date : 1/12/2003
Reviewed By : Elaine T. Kiriakopoulos, M.D., M.Sc., Department of Neurology, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard University, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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