Sandifer syndrome (SS), a movement disorder which is characterised by spasmodic torsional dystonia with back arching and rigid opisthotonic posturing, negatively impacting predominantly the neck, back, and upper extremities. Symptomatic gastro-esophageal reflux disease, esophagitis, or the presence of a hiatal hernia are all associated with Sandifer syndrome. The cause of Sandifer syndrome being uncertain, lifestyle adjustments and modifications highlights as the appropriate mode of treatment. To treat the condition and help relax the baby after feeding, dietary changes or medications can be administered. The case report of a patient with Sandifer Syndrome is considered for observation. Upon arrival, the child was stable, and an Electro-encephalogram (EEG) test revealed nothing abnormal. The child was taking several Anti-epileptic drugs (AED’s), which were stopped in favour of Sodium valproate and Pyridoxine. An opinion from a Gastro-enterologist was sought in light of the epilepsy and possible Gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD), and they suggested a milk scan. Rantac was then started, and breastfeeds were thickened. Milk can indicate mild GERD and a reduction in episode frequency. So, sodium valproate was discontinued. Haemodynamically stable child was discharged from the hospital with Pyridoxine and Carnisure. Studies shows most cases of SS improve over time, within the first 24 months in general.
Kawasaki disease (KD) is an acute vasculitis of children that leads to coronary artery aneurysms in ≈ 25 of untreated cases. It has been reported worldwide and is the leading cause of acquired heart disorder in children in developed countries. The diagnosis of KD is made on basis on the clinical findings. Atypical KD includes patients who don't meet all the criteria for opinion. The main complication of Kawasaki complaint is coronary aneurysm, and the treatment is intravenous immunoglobulin and aspirin. Another dose of immunoglobulin is given if the patient doesn't ameliorate, and several other treatment options have been proposed over the last many years as alternate and third line options. The AHA criteria, which incorporate suggestions for laboratory tests and early echocardiography, are helpful for diagnosing incomplete KD. Diagnosis is based on the presence of fever lasting longer than 5 days and four of five specific clinical criteria. In Japan, at least five of six criteria (fever and five other clinical criteria) should be fulfilled for the determination of KD. From the Japanese circulation society joint working groups criteria (JCS 2008, Guidelines for diagnosis and management of cardiovascular sequela in KD), KD can be diagnosed indeed when fever lasts lesser than 5 days. Though, according to the American heart association (AHA) criteria, fever lasting more than 5 days is essential for KD diagnosis. The use of intravenous immunoglobulin is well established in KD. Aspirin has been used in KD for anti-inflammatory effect, and low-dose aspirin is recommended to reduce the risk of thrombosis.
Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome (BWS) is a genetic disorder characterized by the overgrowth of various body parts and an increased risk of certain types of cancer. One of the physical features of BWS is macroglossia or an enlarged tongue. In some cases, macroglossia can cause difficulty with speaking, eating, and breathing. A case report on BWS with macroglossia and reduction glossectomy would describe the patient's symptoms and medical history, as well as the diagnosis, treatment, and outcome of the condition. The patient, a 6 -year-old female, presented with symptoms of macroglossia, which was confirmed by physical examination. The patient also had a history of BWS, which had been diagnosed at birth. The patient's macroglossia was causing difficulty with speaking and eating regurgitation of food through the nose and was also putting her at risk for sleep apnoea. After a thorough evaluation, the decision was made to perform a reduction glossectomy, which is a surgical procedure that involves removing a portion of the tongue in order to reduce its size. The surgery was performed under general anaesthesia and was successful in reducing the size of the patient's tongue and improving his ability to speak and eat. The patient recovered well from the surgery and was discharged from the hospital after 3 days of admission. At the 3 months follow-up appointment, the patient had no difficulty with speech, or eating and did not have sleep apnoea. This case report highlights the importance of early diagnosis and treatment of BWS, as well as the potential benefits of reduction glossectomy in managing the symptoms of macroglossia in this condition.
Tuberculosis (TB) in pregnancy is a major health problem which possess a sustainable risk of morbidity to mother and fetus if not diagnosed and treated at correct time. The diagnosis in pregnancy is challenging, especially in the absence of lung involvement. It usually mimics other diseases as most of the patients with extra pulmonary TB present usually with nonspecific symptoms which misleads the diagnosis. Hence, it is very important to address even nonspecific symptoms in pregnancy as a neglected diagnosis and delayed treatment may lead to severe perinatal morbidity and mortality like fetal distress, preterm delivery, fetal growth retardation, seizures due to intra cranial space occupying lesion, perforation of intestinal lesions, pneumoperitonitis, high chances of intensive care unit admission for mother and neonate. Hereby, authors report two cases, one about a 29-year-old primigravida with numbness and paresthesia of unilateral limbs. She was diagnosed of intracranial tuberculoma and treated with Antitubercular Drugs (ATT) for nine months. She underwent a cesarean section in view of an intracranial space-occupying lesion. Another patient was a prima gravida who presented with persistent gastroenteritis symptoms like vomiting and diarrhea. She was diagnosed to have ileocecal mass with suspicion of malignancy or infectious aetiology. In view of deteriorating maternal condition, emergency cesarean section was done along with resection of ileocecal mass. On histopathological examination it was found to be ileocecal TB and she was started on ATT.
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