Amyotrophy is muscle or limb weakness and wasting. The two most common types are monomelic amyotrophy (MMA) and hereditary neuralgic amyotrophy (HNA). MMA occurs in upper limbs and is most common in Asia, while HNA is inherited and causes severe pain in the shoulder. Treatment focuses on managing symptoms. Amyotrophy is weakness and wasting of […]
Atrophy can occur in muscles and glands due to genetic, environmental, lifestyle, or disease factors. Treatment options depend on the cause, and evaluation by a doctor is necessary. Skeletal muscles are most prone to atrophy, and lifestyle factors such as disuse can contribute. Atrophy can also affect smooth muscle and glands, and can be associated […]
Optic atrophy causes varying degrees of vision loss, with two main types: acquired and congenital. Both types result in severe loss of function, with limited treatment options. Early diagnosis is important, and researchers are exploring stem cell treatments. Optic atrophy is an eye condition that causes vision loss to varying degrees, depending on the type […]
Cerebral atrophy is the reduction in brain size caused by disease or aging. Generalized atrophy affects the entire brain, while focal atrophy affects specific regions. Mental exercises and drugs may delay or prevent atrophy. Diseases like Alzheimer’s and strokes can cause focal atrophy. Cerebral atrophy, also known as cerebral atrophy, refers to the reduction in […]
Fatty atrophy, or lipoatrophy, is the loss of fatty tissue in a specific area of the body, causing pitting, scarring, and bumps. It can be caused by medication, diseases, or other factors, and treatments include fat transfers and skin grafts. Doctors monitor patients for signs of fat loss as it can indicate adverse drug reactions […]
Left ventricular atrophy is a condition where the heart’s left ventricle reduces in size, leading to health complications. It can be caused by disease, lack of use, spinal cord injury, and spaceflight. Treatment involves cardiac exercise and regular checkups with a cardiologist. Left ventricular atrophy (LAT) is a reduction in the size of the heart’s […]
