Conversion reaction presenting as a polyradiculonevritis

Donato Rigante; Mg Torrioli; P Ferrara; Ps Buonuomo; S Pulitanò; A Stabile

Conversion reaction presenting as a polyradiculonevritis

Donato Rigante, Mg Torrioli, P Ferrara, Ps Buonuomo, S Pulitanò, A Stabile

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Aim: To show that conversion reactions should be suspected when symptomatology or instrumental checking does not conform to a precise pathological pattern in its anatomical and physiological keys. Methods: We report the case of a 14-y-old girl who presented with signs and symptoms of Guillain-Barre polyradiculonevritis. Negative instrumental and laboratory tests led us to consider a possible diagnosis of conversion reaction. Results: After a more detailed history emphasizing the close bond between the patient and her father, a poor peer-relation exchange and psychological stress, we were able to identify conversion reactions through the patient's motor signs.Conclusion: Conversion symptoms must be suspected and searched for when the neurologic outline is difficult to clarify, and also in the case of Guillain-Barre syndrome that does not respond to plasmapheresis.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	120-122
Number of pages	3
Journal	ACTA PAEDIATRICA
Volume	92
Publication status	Published - 2003

Keywords

Guillain-Barre syndrome
conversion reaction

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Conversion reaction presenting as a polyradiculonevritis

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