General Paresis: Symptoms & Signs (Paretic Neurosyphilis)

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Alternate Names : Paretic Neurosyphilis

Following are some of the symptoms of general paresis:

ataxia, or lack of coordination

cognitive impairments, such as poor judgment and disorientation

delusions, paranoia, and hallucinations

dementia, or difficulty with memory and overall thinking

depression or euphoria

mood and personality changes

muscle spasms and tremors

slurred speech and other speech impairments

smooth, mask-like face

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Author: Gerald C. McIntosh, MD
Reviewer: Barbara Mallari, RN, BSN, PHN
Date Reviewed: 05/07/01

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