Bilateral Diaphragmatic Paralysis Details

Expanded Description

Bilateral Diaphragmatic Paralysis is a rare condition characterized by profound abnormalities of pulmonary and respiratory muscle function.

Prevalence

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Causes

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Disorder Symptoms

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Name	Description
Immersion in Water on Muscle Function and Breathing	doi: 10.1378/chest.125.6.2069 CHEST June 2004 vol. 125 no. 6 2069-2074 Dyspnea is a common symptom in patients with diaphragm weakness or paralysis. In particular, dyspnea may be aggravated by immersion. We hypothesized that immersion to the neck in water would decrease vital capacity and consequently increase the demand/capacity ratio of the respiratory muscles.

Diagnosis

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Diagnostic Tests

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Disorder Treatments

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Prognosis

Although this is frightening – not being able to breathe- it can be worked through. Lung function can grow from 45% initially to over 70% or higher. If the cause is phrenic nerve damage there is possible regeneration, or stimulation, etc.

Tips for Living with the Disorder

Name	Description
swimming	Watch out when you swim that you always can reach the ground. With swimming there is no ability to take air in when prone. If you stand the gravity works for you to allo0w taking air in. Short dips are going to be the limit. DO NOT DIVE IN AND TRY TO SWIM WITHOUT KNOWING HOW DEEP YOU ARE!!