Functional Neurological Disorders

Functional neurological disorder is where a patient experiences neurological symptoms that aren’t associated with an organic cause. These symptoms include:

• Limb weakness

• Blackouts

• Movement disorders e.g. tremors, dystonia, myoclonus

• Sensory dysfunction

• Loss of/Double vision

• Dysarthria

Differentials - MS, Parkinson’s, Myasthenia Gravis

Investigations:

• History and examination

• Investigations to exclude organic causes

Management - MDT approach and symptomatic relief