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Understanding Paralysis: Types, Causes, and Insights

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  Paralysis is the loss of muscle function in part or all of the body, often caused by damage to the nervous system. It can result from conditions like stroke, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, multiple sclerosis, or cerebral palsy. Other causes include infections (e.g., polio), autoimmune diseases (e.g., Guillain-Barré syndrome), or nerve damage from trauma or tumors.   Types include: - **Monoplegia**: One limb affected. - **Hemiplegia**: One side of the body affected. - **Paraplegia**: Lower body (usually legs) affected. - **Quadriplegia**: All four limbs and torso affected.   Symptoms range from partial to complete loss of movement and sensation, depending on the cause and severity. Treatment focuses on addressing the underlying cause, managing symptoms, and improving quality of life through physical therapy, medications, or assistive devices. In some cases, like stroke-related paralysis, recovery is possible with rehabilitation, though outcom...