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Multiple System Atrophy

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Alternate Names : Neurologic Orthostatic Hypotension, Parkinson's Plus Syndrome, Shy-Drager Syndrome, Shy-McGee-Drager Syndrome


Definition

Multiple system atrophy is a degenerative disorder characterized by the following:

  • Progressive damage to the autonomic nervous system (the portion of the nervous system that controls involuntary functions such as blood pressure, heart rate, digestion, and sexual function)
  • Muscle tremor and rigidity
  • Slow movement

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