Rare case of Paraneoplastic Syndrome: Breast cancer mimics stroke symptoms, shows post-operation improvement - Times of India
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Timely intervention led to a recovery in rare diseases . In a rare medical occurrence, a 43-year-old housewife residing in South Suburban Kolkata, otherwise healthy, experienced stroke-like symptoms that turned out to be linked to breast cancer . On March 24th, she began exhibiting symptoms including difficulty walking, slurred speech, and headaches, prompting concerns of a stroke. Medical professionals conducted numerous tests, including MRI and CT scans, but found no significant abnormalities in her brain. As her condition worsened, doctors conducted further tests to detect rare neurological conditions. To their surprise, they discovered the presence of an Anti-Yo antibody, also known as an anti-Parkinson antibody, indicating a rare condition called Paraneoplastic Cerebellar Degeneration (PCD). This condition occurs when cancer cells, in this case, breast cancer, release chemicals that attack the brain and nervous system. PCD is exceptionally rare, with fewer than a hund...