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DictionarySeeparalysishysterical paralysis
hysterical paralysis[hi′ster·ə·kəl pə′ral·ə·səs] (medicine) Muscle weakness or paralysis without loss of reflex activity, in which no organic nerve lesion can be demonstrated, but which is due to psychogenic factors. Also known as functional paralysis. hysterical paralysis
hysterical paralysisLoss of movement without a demonstrable organic cause. Typically the patient's reflexes are preserved in the affected body part despite its apparent immobility, and bowel and bladder function are preserved. In Western medicine, functional disorders such as this are treated with occupational therapy or supportive psychotherapy; in traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture is used. See: Hoover signSee also: paralysis |