What are the symptoms of Stiff Person Syndrome and how is it treated?
The rare "stiff person syndrome," which Canadian singer Celine Dion is battling, is being researched by social media users. What is Stiff Person Syndrome and how is it treated? Here is what you need to know...
12punto
Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS) was first described in medical literature as "stiff person syndrome" by two doctors named Moersch and Woltman.
Stiff Person Syndrome occurs in one in a million people.
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF STIFF PERSON SYNDROME?
In Stiff Person Syndrome, spasms can occur in a severe and unpredictable manner, sometimes reaching a level that can even break bones.
Here are the main symptoms:
-Disturbance in sleep patterns,
-Lack of self-care,
-Nutritional intake less than body requirements,
-Disturbance in body image,
-Impaired physical mobility.
TREATMENT OF STIFF PERSON SYNDROME
Although there is no cure yet, the treatment methods applied can be effective in controlling symptoms and slowing the progression of the disease.