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What is Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)? Symptoms and Diagnosis

What is Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)? Symptoms and Diagnosis

Diseases
Spinal Muscular Atrophy is a genetic disease that affects motor neurons in the central nervous system. This condition causes weakness and atrophy of the muscles, limiting the patient's mobility. SMA usually begins in childhood and progresses over time. Causes of SMA SMA usually occurs as a result of a mutation in the SMN1 gene. This gene ensures the healthy functioning of motor neurons in the body. Mutation in the SMN1 gene causes motor neurons to fail to function properly and atrophy over time. Symptoms Symptoms of SMA may vary depending on the patient's age, type and severity of the disease. However, the following symptoms are usually observed: Muscle Weakness: Decreased ability to move and muscle weakness. Muscle Atrophy: Muscles shrink and weaken over time. Loss ...
Preventive Healthcare

Preventive Healthcare

Health
Preventive healthcare focus on disease prevention, early diagnosis and intervention. It is a proactive approach to protecting and improving health. Preventive health services do not only treat diseases. It emphasizes adopting healthy lifestyles, getting routine screenings and vaccinations, and actively managing risk factors. In this article, we will discuss the importance of preventive health services. We will explain the benefits of preventive practices and the basic components of preventive health services. And we will try to highlight strategies for the implementation of preventive measures. Individuals can take control of their well-being by prioritizing preventive health services. They can reduce the burden of chronic diseases and have a higher quality of life. Benefits of Prev...