White Matter Lesions Suggestive of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Attributed to Celiac Disease [BRAIN]
We present a case of a young man with progressive neurologic symptoms and brain MR imaging findings worrisome for ALS. During the diagnostic work-up, endomysium antibodies were discovered, and CD was confirmed by upper gastrointestinal endoscopy with duodenal biopsies. MR imaging findings suggestive of ALS improved after gluten-free diet institution. (Source: American Journal of Neuroradiology)MedWorm Message: Register forMedMatcha, MedWorm's medical advertising network, and receive $5 free advertising.
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