Phantom limb syndrome

Also known as: Phantom limb pain

Perceived pain from an amputated limb.

Medical specialty: Neurology
Subspecialty: Neurology / Pain syndromes
Sex & age distribution: Male: affected; Female: affected; Children: yes
Gene(s) involved: None recorded

Etiology & mechanism

Cortical reorganization and peripheral nerve activity.

Gene(s) involved (0)

No gene recorded.

Symptoms & signs (3)

burning paincrampingsensation of limb present

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