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∙ 14y agoThere's no known cure for Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy. I have RSD and have been told that there's no cure for it.
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Where could a support group for those with reflex sympathetic dystrophy be found?
"To find a support group for those with reflex sympathetic dystrophy, you can try the Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome Association, where they can help you fully."
What parts of the body does reflex sympathetic dystrophy affect?
"Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy usually affects the skin and blood vessles. However, it can easily affect any part of the body."
What does the medical abbreviation RSD mean?
Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome
When was reflex sympathetic dystrophy first noticed?
reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD) was noticed during the civil war in patients who suffered pain following gunshot wounds that affected the median nerve (a major nerve in the arm).
Can Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy cause chest pains?
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What is sudeck's atrophy?
Sudeck's atrophy is a radiographic term for spotty rarefaction seen in patients with reflex sympathetic dystrophy.
What has the author P Doury written?
P. Doury has written: 'Algodystrophy' -- subject(s): Reflex sympathetic dystrophy
How is reflex sympathetic dystrophy treated?
The preferred method to treat RSD includes sympathetic block and physical therapy. Pain is improved as motion of the affected limb improves.
How is reflex sympathetic dystrophy diagnosed?
confirmed by a local anesthetic block along sympathetic nerve paths in the hand or foot, depending on whether an arm or leg is affected.
What is rsd?
RSD stands for Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy and is a nerve disorder that causes extreme pain and immobilization.(See Related links below)
What does RSD nerve damage mean?
RSD is a chronic neurological syndrome characterized by: severe burning pain. pathological changes in bone and skin. excessive sweating. Reflex sympathetic dystrophy syndrome (RSDS), also known as complex regional pain syndrome, is a rare disorder of the sympathetic nervous system that is characterized by chronic, severe pain. Excessive or abnormal responses of portions of the sympathetic nervous system are thought to be responsible for the pain associated with reflex sympathetic dystrophy syndrome.
What is icd9 code for complex regional pain syndrome?
337.20 is the code for complex regional pain syndrome. It used to be called reflex sympathetic dystrophy.
