INFORMATION ON MILLER FISHER SYNDROME:-

Miller Fisher syndrome may be defined as a rare acute polyneuropathy which is characterized by abnormal muscle coordination, paralysis of the eye muscles, and absence of the reflexes.

CAUSES OF MILLER FISHER SYNDROME:-

The main factor which leads to the development of miller fisher syndrome are:-

1. Viral infection.
2. Genetic disturbance.
3. Side effect of certain medicines.

SYMPTOMS OF MILLER FISHER SYNDROME:-

1. Muscles weakness.
2. Distinct coordination.
3. Difficulty in opening eyes.
4. Respiratory failure.
5. Absence of reflexes.

DIAGNOSIS OF MILLER FISHER SYNDROME:-

Clinically miller fisher syndrome can be diagnosed by:-

1. MRI.
2. CT scan.
3. Lumber puncture.
4. EMG.

TREATMENT OF MILLER FISHER SYNDROME:-

Treatment for Miller Fisher syndrome is identical to treatment for Miller fisher syndrome: intravenous immunoglobulin or plasmapheresis (a procedure in which antibodies is removed from the blood) and supportive care.