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Glossary: Hypotonia
 


Definition
Lessened tension; arterial relaxation.

Topics Related To Hypotonia
HypoglycemiaThe Condition
"...Symptoms that may appear are fatigue, apathy or hypotonia (poor muscle tone)..."

Muscular Dystrophy

The Condition
"...Drooling Drooping eyelids ("ptosis") Mental retardation is also possible Hypotonia (poor muscle tone) As the disease progresses, it may lead to: Heart Trouble Arrhythmia Heart Failure Lung Ailments Lung Infections, such as Pneumonia Choking Collapsed Lung Respiratory..."

Pregnancy-Related Issues

Recommendation GHB (Gamma-Hydroxybutyrate)
"GHB induces "remarkable hypotonia" (muscle relaxation) [Vickers, 1969] and is now gaining popularity in France and Italy as an aid to childbirth..."





Last updated: May 10, 2007


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