Zdravstveni glasnik, Vol. 11 No. 1, 2025.
Stručni rad
https://doi.org/10.47960/2303-8616.2025.1.11.132
BENIGN FASCICULATION SYNDROME
Vinko Sušac
orcid.org/0009-0004-1037-0395
; Fizioterapija Sušac, 88 300 Čapljina, Bosna i Herzegovina
Ivan Beljan
; Fizikalna terapija i rehabilitacija Beljan, 80 240 Tomislavgrad, Bosna i Hercegovina
Sažetak
Fasciculations are uncontrolled and uncoordinated muscle twitches that most commonly occur
in healthy individuals but can cause concern and anxiety. In this paper, we analyze benign
fasciculation syndrome (BFS), which is diagnosed after excluding other pathological causes.
Although the prevalence of benign fasciculations is considered high, the symptoms of BFS
persist and may last for years without serious consequences. The focus on the relationship
between BFS and anxiety is also important, as anxiety can exacerbate feelings of discomfort
and lead to health anxiety or hypochondria. There is a significant fear of motor neuron
diseases, such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), which further complicates the clinical
picture for patients. Long-term monitoring shows that most patients with BFS do not develop
ALS, but recommendations for further monitoring and support remain crucial. This paper
suggests that, despite the benign nature of fasciculations, patients should consult a neurologist
to exclude more serious conditions, and in cases of significant anxiety, consider medical or
psychosocial assistance. The results indicate that patients with persistent fasciculations are on
the path to better diagnosis and symptom reduction through professional help and support.
Ključne riječi
benign; fasciculation; syndrome
Hrčak ID:
331614
URI
Datum izdavanja:
27.5.2025.
Posjeta: 1.936 *