How Do You Spell SEELIGMUELLER'S SIGN?

Pronunciation: [sˈiːlɪɡmjˌuːləz sˈa͡ɪn] (IPA)

Seeligmueller's sign is a medical term used to describe a physical sign of thoracic outlet syndrome. It is named after German surgeon Fritz Seeligmueller. The phonetic transcription of this word is [ˈziːlɪɡˌmuːlɐz saɪn]. The "S" is pronounced as "z", the "ee" sounds like "ea" in "tea", and the "g" sounds like a "k". The "u" is pronounced like "oo" in "too" and the "e" sounds like "uh". The apostrophe indicates the omission of the letter "s" in "Seeligmueller's".

SEELIGMUELLER'S SIGN Meaning and Definition

  1. Seeligmueller's sign refers to a medical diagnostic symptom characterized by the appearance of an upward and outward movement of the lower eyelid observed during voluntary clenching of the jaw or while opening the mouth widely. When a person clenches their jaw or opens their mouth, the lower eyelid exhibits a noticeable motion that moves upward and outwardly. This movement occurs due to the action of the muscles involved in jaw or mouth movements.

    This sign is attributed to Dr. William Seeligmueller, a notable physician who first described this phenomenon. Seeligmueller's sign is seen as an indicator of the interaction between the facial muscles and the jaw muscles. It can be associated with various medical conditions, such as cranial nerve disorders, muscle disorders, or damage to the muscles or nerves involved. In some cases, it may be a normal physiological response without any underlying pathology.

    Medical professionals may utilize Seeligmueller's sign as an additional diagnostic tool to assess the patient's cranial nerve or muscle function. By observing the movement of the lower eyelid, doctors can gather valuable information about the coordination and integrity of the muscles involved. It is important to note that Seeligmueller's sign is just one piece of the puzzle in diagnosing a specific condition, and further clinical evaluation is necessary to determine the underlying cause.

  2. Contraction of the pupil on the affected side in facial neuralgia.

    A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

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