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Facial myokymia in multiple sclerosis (MS) can present atypically. This case highlights how electrophysiological tests may better reflect MS lesion impact than MRI findings.

Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Neurology
  • Clinical Neurophysiology

Background:

  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a demyelinating disease affecting the central nervous system.
  • Facial myokymia is an uncommon initial symptom of MS.
  • Brainstem lesions in MS can cause diverse neurological deficits.

Observation:

  • A 31-year-old woman presented with right facial myokymia as the first sign of MS.
  • MRI revealed a focal lesion in the left dorsolateral pontomedullary region.
  • Standard evoked potential tests (BAEPs, SEPs, BR) showed no conduction block at the MRI-identified lesion.

Findings:

  • Electrophysiological abnormalities (BAEP, BR) indicated a conduction defect in the right pons, correlating with facial myokymia.
  • Electromyography (EMG) confirmed myokymic discharges in the right facial muscles.

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  • The study documents normal conduction across a presumed asymptomatic MS plaque, suggesting the MRI signal may represent edema rather than demyelination.

    • Implications:

    • This case challenges the direct correlation between MRI signal abnormalities and clinical/electrophysiological deficits in MS.
    • It underscores the importance of integrating clinical, electrophysiological, and imaging data for accurate MS diagnosis and assessment.
    • Findings suggest that MRI signal changes in MS plaques might not always signify active demyelination or functional impairment.