Susac syndrome
Susac syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
Category: General
Symptoms associated with Susac syndrome
The following symptoms have been associated with Susac syndrome in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Confusion
Lack of clarity and coherence of thought, perception, understanding, or action....
Diplopia
Diplopia is a condition in which a single object is perceived as two images, it is also known as double vision...
Headache
Cephalgia, or pain sensed in various parts of the head, not confined to the area of distribution of any nerve....
Muscle weakness
Reduced strength of muscles....
Nausea and vomiting
Nausea is a commonly encountered symptom that has been defined as an unpleasant painless subjective feeling th...
Sensorineural hearing impairment
A type of hearing impairment in one or both ears related to an abnormal functionality of the cochlear nerve....
Tinnitus
Tinnitus is an auditory perception that can be described as the experience of sound, in the ear or in the head...
Vertigo
An abnormal sensation of spinning while the body is actually stationary....
Visual loss
Loss of visual acuity (implying that vision was better at a certain time point in life). Otherwise the term re...
Tests used to investigate Susac syndrome
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Susac syndrome. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Susac syndrome?
Susac syndrome is a health condition described in medical literature. Susac syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
What are the symptoms of Susac syndrome?
Susac syndrome is associated with 9 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Confusion, Diplopia, Headache, Muscle weakness, Nausea and vomiting, Sensorineural hearing impairment. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Susac syndrome diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Susac syndrome include CBC with Differential, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Urinalysis. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Susac syndrome, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.