diphtheritic paralysis


post·diph·the·rit·ic pa·ral·y·sis

paralysis affecting the uvula most frequently, but also any other muscle, due to toxic neuritis; usually appears in the second or third week following the beginning of the attack of diphtheria. Synonym(s): diphtheritic paralysis

diphtheritic paralysis

Paralysis of the muscles of the palate, eyes, limbs, diaphragm, and intercostal muscles as a complication of diphtheria. It is caused by a bacterial toxin. Synonym: postdiphtheritic paralysisSee also: paralysis