Parsonage-Turner syndrome in a patient with bilateral shoulder pain: A case report / Journal of Rural Medicine
Journal of Rural Medicine
;
: 135-138, 2017.
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em Inglês
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-379424
ABSTRACT
<p><b>Objective:
</b> Parsonage-Turner syndrome is a peripheral neuropathy characterized by acute onset shoulder pain, myalgia, and sensory disturbances. The present report discusses a rare case of Parsonage-Turner syndrome and highlights the importance of accurate history recording and thorough physical examination for the diagnosis of the disease in rural areas.</p><p><b>Patient</b> A 28-year-old woman presented to our clinic with acute bilateral shoulder pain and difficulty moving her right arm. A diagnosis of Parsonage-Turner syndrome was suspected based on the progression of symptoms, severity of pain, and lack of musculoskeletal inflammation. The diagnosis was confirmed by neurological specialists, and the patient was treated with methylprednisolone, after which her symptoms gradually improved.</p><p><b>Discussion:
</b> The differential diagnosis of shoulder pain is complicated due to the wide variety of conditions sharing similar symptoms. Accurate history recording and thorough physical examination are required to differentiate among conditions involving the central nerves, peripheral nerves, and nerve plexuses.</p><p><b>Conclusion:
</b> Although the symptoms of Parsonage-Turner syndrome vary based on disease progression and the location of impairment, proper diagnosis of acute shoulder pain without central neurological symptoms can be achieved in rural areas via thorough examination.</p>
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Journal of Rural Medicine
Ano de publicação:
2017
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