Autonomic Nervous System Disorders

Autonomic Nervous System Disorders

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Contributed byKrish Tangella MD, MBAApr 30, 2021

The topic Autonomic Nervous System Disorders you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Dysautonomia.

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  • Dysautonomia describes a group of disorders that develops from abnormally regulated autonomic nervous system (ANS). The ANS is the part of nervous system that controls and regulates the involuntary actions of the body such as maintaining the body temperature, controlling blood flow to the organs, respiration, and digestive secretions
  • The autonomic nervous system is subdivided into the sympathetic nervous system and parasympathetic nervous system. The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for the body’s “fight or flight response” and connects the brain and internal organs through the spinal nerves. The parasympathetic nervous system constitutes the cranial nerves (such as the vagus nerve, trigeminal nerve, etc.) and their functions
  • The are two main types of Dysautonomia, namely primary and secondary:
    • Primary Dysautonomia: The term ‘primary’ is used to indicate that the condition develops in the absence of an underlying systemic condition
    • Secondary Dysautonomia: A secondary form of Dysautonomia is seen in the presence of certain conditions that affect the whole body. Such conditions include Marfan syndrome, celiac disease, and poorly-controlled diabetes, among others
  • The signs and symptoms and the complications that develop depend on the severity of Dysautonomia, and the underlying cause it is associated with. These may include dizziness, anxiety, migraine headaches, abnormal heart rates, lack of sleep, and balance issues, among others
  • Even though it is not possible to cure Dysautonomia, the condition may be adequately managed by treating the underlying cause and presenting signs and symptoms, which may include the administration of medications and leading a healthy lifestyle. The prognosis of Dysautonomia depends on its severity and the nature of the underlying condition, if any it is associated with

Please find comprehensive information on Dysautonomia regarding definition, distribution, risk factors, causes, signs & symptoms, diagnosis, complications, treatment, prevention, prognosis, and additional useful information HERE.

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