Autoimmune sensory ganglionopathy, neural autoantibody negative (Q101021): Difference between revisions

Autoimmune sensory ganglionopathy occurs as acute sensory neuropathy, in association with Sjögren`s syndrome also pansensory, small fibre, CANVAS (Cerebellar Ataxia, neuropathy, vestibular areflexia syndrome, toxic conditions as pyridoxin intoxication and also cis platinum treatment must be considered. It has a subacute onset, severe sensory loss resulting in ataxia. The onset can be asymmetric, often beginning in the arms and associated with neuropathic pain. Once established it has a chronic and unremitting course disabling the patient. Antibody negative.