Patient's question:
I have been sick for two years, mainly experiencing numbness in my hands and feet, dizziness, and overall weakness. The doctor said it's motor neuron disease. I have taken some traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine, but the effects are not significant. What kind of help I need: What are the key points of comprehensive prevention and treatment for motor neuron disease?Doctor's answer:
The patient should strictly prevent work-related colds and gastroenteritis. Patients with motor neuron disease often have impaired immune function due to autoimmune disorders or certain immune deficiencies. If a patient with muscle atrophy catches a cold, their condition may improve, and the course of the disease may shorten. Symptoms such as muscle weakness and twitching may also alleviate. Particularly, patients with bulbar palsy are prone to secondary neuron lung infections. If timely comprehensive prevention and treatment are not administered, the prognosis may be poor, and the patient's life may even be at risk.