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Neurology® Podcast
April 2024 Neurology Recall: FND Awareness Month
Apr 1, 2024
Experts discuss functional neurologic disorders including diagnosis, phenotypes, causes, and treatments. They highlight the importance of patient engagement, accurate diagnosis, and a holistic approach to treatment. The podcast emphasizes the need for collaboration between neurologists, psychotherapists, and psychiatrists in managing functional seizures and psychogenic non-epileptic events.
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- Identifying new phenotypes in Functional Neurologic Disorder (FND) through clinical signs and neurologic examinations is crucial for accurate diagnosis.
- Genetic predisposition, childhood trauma, and adverse life events contribute to the development of FND symptoms, indicating a complex interplay of factors.
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Understanding FND: Diagnosis and New Phenotypes
Functional Neurologic Disorder (FND) refers to a medical condition where patients present with varied neurological symptoms like weakness and abnormal movements, stemming from brain dysfunction. Contrary to past beliefs of FND as a diagnosis of exclusion, it is now viewed as a positive diagnosis with clinical signs. This shift has led to the identification of new phenotypes through neurologic examinations and specific criteria.
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