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Muscle atrophy muscle-atrophy-and-wasting-in-legs-1 - Coggle Diagram
Muscle atrophy
Causes
Genetical
Medication conditions such as arthritis
Aging
Neurological problems
Poor nutrition
Injuries
Pathophysiology
Muscle atrophy result from multiple contributing mechanism
Detrimental changes in the level of mitochondria
Complex cell will give a signal
A deckinein mitochondrial density is seen in muscle atrophy
Imbalance between protein synthesis and protein degradation
Signs and symptoms
Having one limb that is than the other
Loss of muscle coordination
Remain inactive for an extended period
Fatigue and a general feeling of illness
Having difficult in balancing
Gradual memory loss
Weakness in one limb
Complications
Breathing problems
Scoliosis
Shortening of muscles around joints
Diagnostic procedure
Electromyograph test
Magnatic reasonance imaging
Blood tests (creatine kinase CPR)
CT scan
Nursing management
Encourage one to do small exercises
Diet high in protein,low fats, low carbohydrate
Use of functional electrical stimulation
Intake of fluids to stay hydrated
Encourage mobility
