What is posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome?
Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome is characterized by neurological disturbances, e.g. headache, altered mental status, visual disturbances, and seizures along with radiological and imaging studies that typically include swelling of the brain (edema of the posterior cerebral regions).
How do members experience posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome?
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome*
Who has posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 1 | |
| 30s | 2 | |
| 40s | 4 | |
| 50s | 3 | |
| 60s | 11 | |
| 70+ | 8 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 3 | |
| Female | 26 |