What Is Wallenberg Syndrome?
9. Treatment
Treatment of Wallenberg syndrome depends on its severity and the affected parts of the body. In general, however, treatment is intended to offer relief from the symptoms and to help the brain and body to recover. Because this type of stroke usually affects swallowing, a feeding tube is inserted to ensure that the patient gets the necessary nutrition.
Additionally, the patient is put through swallowing and speech therapy to help regain these abilities.
Blood thinning medication such as warfarin is also given to help dissolve clots so that blood flow is improved. The patient may also be given pain relieving medication such as gabapentin. In some cases, surgery may be necessary for the removal of blood clots.
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