Neurology — Flashcards

Acute viral illness may trigger _____ in MS patients due to fevers

_____ multiple sclerosis is characterised by relapses/exacerbations lasting 1-2 months with complete remission inbetween

Do genetics affect the risk of developing multiple sclerosis? _____

Multiple sclerosis is generally categorised into 3 types: _____, secondary progressive disease and primary progressive disease

Multiple sclerosis is more common in _____

Hint: which sex?

Multiple sclerosis is more common in countries located _____ from the equator

Multiple sclerosis is typically diagnosed between _____-40 years old

Epileptic patients should be reviewed at least _____ if they have a learning disability, drug-resistant epilepsy, ↑ risk of SUDEP, & more

What is the first step in management of a patient with a first-time seizure that is actively seizing? _____

Hint: 3

What is the abortive management for status epilepticus? _____