Manifestations of spinal shock
Disease description:
Yesterday, my friend fainted due to severe neck pain. After going to the hospital, the doctor diagnosed it as spinal shock. I'd like to know what the symptoms of spinal shock are?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Mingxuan
The manifestations of spinal shock primarily include loss of motor function, inability to sweat, and a series of changes such as difficulty urinating or defecating and urinary retention. Additionally, some patients may exhibit hyperactive reflexes, and hypotension can lead to hypovolemic shock. Spinal shock commonly causes incontinence, resulting in loss of autonomic nervous system function. After recovery from spinal shock, autonomic functions usually gradually return.
