Shy-Drager syndrome Multiple system atrophy

  • Facts:
    Degenerative disease
  • History / PE:
    1. Parkinsonism

    2. Autonomic dysfunction (postural hypotension, incontinence , impotence, abnormal salivation/lacrimation)

    3. Widespread neurological signs (cerebellar, pyramidal, LMN)
  • Treatment:
    Intravascular volume expansion (fludrocortisone, salt supplementation, alpha agonists)

    Constrictive garments on LE



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July 22nd 2010