{"id":145303,"date":"2022-03-20T01:41:59","date_gmt":"2022-03-19T20:11:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/atrophy-introduction-types-symptoms-and-faqs\/"},"modified":"2022-12-17T11:59:30","modified_gmt":"2022-12-17T06:29:30","slug":"atrophy-introduction-types-symptoms-and-faqs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/biology\/atrophy\/","title":{"rendered":"Atrophy &#8211; Introduction, Types, Symptoms, and FAQs"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_37 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><label for=\"item\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' style='display:block'><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/biology\/atrophy\/#Introduction\" title=\"Introduction:\">Introduction:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/biology\/atrophy\/#Atrophy_Types\" title=\"Atrophy Types\">Atrophy Types<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/biology\/atrophy\/#Symptoms_of_Muscle_Wasting\" title=\"Symptoms of Muscle Wasting?\">Symptoms of Muscle Wasting?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/biology\/atrophy\/#Muscle_Atrophy\" title=\"Muscle Atrophy\">Muscle Atrophy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/biology\/atrophy\/#Spinal_Muscular_Atrophy\" title=\"Spinal Muscular Atrophy\">Spinal Muscular Atrophy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/biology\/atrophy\/#Vaginal_Atrophy\" title=\"Vaginal Atrophy\">Vaginal Atrophy<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span>Introduction:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The introduction should set the tone for the essay and explain what the essay will be about. It should provide a brief overview of the main points that will be covered in the essay.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-145302 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/atrophy-introduction-types-symptoms-and-faqs.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"606\" height=\"428\" srcset=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/atrophy-introduction-types-symptoms-and-faqs.jpg?v=1647720714 606w, https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/atrophy-introduction-types-symptoms-and-faqs-300x212.jpg?v=1647720714 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 606px) 100vw, 606px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Atrophy_Types\"><\/span>Atrophy Types<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are three general types of atrophy:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Functional atrophy:<\/strong> This is a decrease in the size of an organ or tissue due to a decrease in the number of cells, not a decrease in the size of the cells.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Nutritional atrophy:<\/strong> This is a decrease in the size of an organ or tissue due to a lack of essential nutrients.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Degenerative atrophy:<\/strong> This is a decrease in the size of an organ or tissue due to cell death.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Symptoms_of_Muscle_Wasting\"><\/span>Symptoms of Muscle Wasting?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The main symptom of muscle wasting is a significant loss of muscle mass. This can lead to a decrease in strength and mobility, and an overall decline in physical function. Additional symptoms may include fatigue, shortness of breath, and an inability to perform everyday activities.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Muscle_Atrophy\"><\/span>Muscle Atrophy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Muscle atrophy is a decrease in the size of the muscle. This can occur due to a lack of use (atrophy from disuse), or due to a disease or condition that causes the muscle to waste away (atrophy from disease).<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spinal_Muscular_Atrophy\"><\/span>Spinal Muscular Atrophy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) is a rare, inherited (genetic) disease that affects the muscles in the body. SMA is caused by a problem with the SMN1 gene. This gene makes a protein called Survival of Motor Neuron 1 (SMN1). SMN1 is important for the survival of the nerve cells in the spinal cord that control the muscles. When there is a problem with the SMN1 gene, the nerve cells in the spinal cord die, which leads to muscle weakness and wasting.<\/p>\n<p>There are four types of SMA, which are based on how severe the muscle weakness is.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Type 1<\/strong> is the mildest form of SMA and is usually diagnosed in babies and young children. People with type 1 SMA have some muscle weakness, but they are able to walk and most can still breathe on their own.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Type 2<\/strong> is a more severe form of SMA that often starts in early childhood. People with type 2 SMA have more muscle weakness and are often unable to walk.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Type 3<\/strong> is the most severe form of SMA. People with type 3 SMA often have very little muscle strength and are unable to sit up, stand, or walk. They often need help with breathing and eating.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Type 4<\/strong> is a very rare form of SMA that begins in adulthood. People with type 4 SMA have muscle weakness but usually do not have problems with breathing or eating.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vaginal_Atrophy\"><\/span>Vaginal Atrophy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>The vagina is a <strong>muscular tube<\/strong> that extends from the cervix (the lower part of the uterus) to the outside of the body.<\/li>\n<li>The walls of the vagina are lined with mucous membranes. The vagina is normally moist and its pH is acidic. This helps to protect it from infection.<\/li>\n<li>Vaginal atrophy is a condition that affects the vagina. The walls of the vagina thin and become less elastic. The amount of vaginal lubrication decreases. The vagina also becomes shorter and narrower.<\/li>\n<li>Vaginal atrophy can occur as a result of natural aging, menopause, or after surgery to remove the uterus (hysterectomy). It can also occur as a result of cancer treatments such as radiation therapy or chemotherapy.<\/li>\n<li>The symptoms of vaginal atrophy include dryness, burning, itching, and pain during sex. Vaginal atrophy can also cause urinary problems, such as urinary incontinence and recurrent urinary tract infections.<\/li>\n<li>Treatment for vaginal atrophy includes using vaginal lubricants and moisturizers, as well as hormone therapy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introduction: The introduction should set the tone for the essay and explain what the essay will be about. 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