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paraparesis: case study

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I've been given 3 cases to solve in an attempt to understand the topic of "paraparesis" to develop my competency in reading and comprehending clinical data including history, clinical findings, investigations and come up with a diagnosis and treatment plan. The 3 cases can be found in the given links: case 1: https://vaish7.blogspot.com/2020/05/medicine.html?m=1 case 2:  https://hitesh116.blogspot.com/2020/05/elog-13th-may-2020.html?m=1 case 3: https://hitesh116.blogspot.com/2020/05/12may-2020-elog-medicine-intern.html?m=1 to begin with- what is paraparesis: Paraparesis is the partial paralysis of both legs. It is characterized by progressive weakness and spasms in the legs.   Symptoms can start anytime in life. Most people diagnosed with paraparesis will eventually have difficulty walking and will also see changes in their gait (the way that they walk). Reference: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/318751#what-is-paraparesis causes of paraparesis: genetic d...