Neurological Issues with Vasculitis

0:00
2:34 Audience poll on neurological issues with vasculitis.
9:01 Systemic vasculitis vs. Nonsystemic vasculitis.
12:00 An illustration of our nervous system.
16:03 Imaging: Chronic Peripheral Nerve Vasculitis.
16:50 Symptoms with neuropathy and vasculitis.
18:29 When to suspect vasculitic neuropathy.
19:58 Why does early diagnosis matter?
20:43 Investigations: Clinical examinations.
22:10 Nerve conduction studies /EMG
23:47 Lab testing.
24:33 Nerve biopsy.
26:21 Treatment strategies.
31:48 Summary.
33:14 Q&A: What is it like to get a nerve conduction study?
36:16 Q&A: Can numbness in limbs be a sign of neuropathy?
38:33 Q&A: I have LVV Giant Cell Arteritis but I have been dealing with burning toes (not big toes just small) and also my ankles ache.
39:43 Q&A: Can prednisone mask mobility issues, and then show up later after being weaned off of prednisone?
41:06 Q&A: Is it unusual for a patient whose MPA, as far as serious kidney damage is concerned, is in check by rituximab but who has confirmed asymmetrical nerve damage and resulting neuropathy of hands and feet to have continued worsening of the neuropathy?
43:08 Q&A: What should be done if exercise or massage of the affected area worsens the symptoms of tingling, burning, etc.?
44:01 Q&A: How to find a neurologist who works with vasculitis and sees me as the whole person rather than only a certain part?
45:22 Q&A: I have ANCA vasculitis and had a drop foot in both of my feet two years ago. Now I only have neuropathy in one foot. I don't take any medicine was on gabapentin two years ago. My question is can it go away or does it get worse as we age?
48:14 Q&A: Why does neurotherapy make your feet and legs cold?
49:21 Q&A: Should a patient be referred to physical therapy when he/she has neuropathy?
49:51 Q&A I struggle with neuropathy in my hands and feet but have recently been diagnosed with the same issue in my rib cage. Is this rare?
50:32 Q&A I've been told that 600 mg of Alpha Lipoic Acid daily helps. Do you agree? Are there any supplements that you recommend?
51:40 Q&A Is Raynaud’s considered neuropathy?
52:00 Q&A How is it possible for a patient with a historical diagnosis of carpal tunnel to know if tingling is vascular neuropathy?
53:18 Q&A Does a foot drop from peripheral neuropathy due to vasculitis require wearing a splint for life?
54:39 Q&A Is an ongoing relationship with a neurologist necessary if you have been diagnosed with neuropathy?

Neurologic Manifestations of Vasculitis
Recorded January 2025

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