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Phantom limb and multiple sclerosis.

R Mayeux, D F Benson

    Neurology
    |May 1, 1979
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Phantom limb illusions, though rare in multiple sclerosis (MS), can occur during exacerbations. This case highlights how distorted sensory input and spontaneous sensations may cause supernumerary phantom limbs in neurological diseases.

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    Area of Science:

    • Neurology
    • Neuroscience
    • Medical Case Study

    Background:

    • Phantom limb phenomena are typically linked to amputations but can manifest in various neurological disorders.
    • Neurologic phantom limbs are influenced by the interruption level of the somatosensory pathway and consciousness.
    • Phantom limb illusions are infrequently documented in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS).

    Observation:

    • A patient with multiple sclerosis (MS) reported experiencing a supernumerary phantom limb.
    • This unusual symptom occurred during an MS exacerbation.

    Findings:

    • The case suggests a link between distorted perception, sensory loss, and spontaneous sensations like paresthesias in neurological phantom limb illusions.
    • Supernumerary phantom limb experiences in MS may arise from complex sensory processing alterations.

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    Implications:

    • This case expands the understanding of phantom limb phenomena in the context of neurological diseases, particularly MS.
    • It underscores the potential for complex sensory disturbances in MS exacerbations.
    • Further research into the neurophysiological mechanisms of phantom limbs in MS is warranted.