What Is Wallenberg Syndrome?
1. Symptoms of Wallenberg Syndrome
The brain stem is responsible for the control of vital body functions including swallowing, muscle function, heart rate, blood pressure, breathing, and consciousness. This communication occurs through the spinal cord. It follows that in the event that Wallenberg syndrome occurs, it will interfere with these functions. The most common symptom of Wallenberg syndrome is the inability to swallow. This can have serious effects if it goes untreated because the affected person may not get adequate nutrition.
Other Wallenberg syndrome symptoms include nausea, vomiting, a hoarse voice, imbalance, and dizziness. The patient may also have difficulty in walking, and suffer with hiccups, decreased sweating, and poor temperature sensation. Other symptoms include numbness and paralysis on one side of the body, which may affect the face, the limbs, or even the tongue.
