Symptoms of Persistent Vegetative State

List of symptoms of Persistent Vegetative State:

The list of signs and symptoms mentioned in various sources for Persistent Vegetative State includes the 7 symptoms listed below:

• Lost cognitive function
• Lack of awareness of the environment
• Preserved non-cognitive function
  • Preserved sleep-wake cycle
  • Preserved respiration (breathing)
  • Preserved circulation
• Lack of response

Note that Persistent Vegetative State symptoms usually refers to various symptoms known to a patient, but the phrase Persistent Vegetative State signs may refer to those signs only noticable by a doctor.

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Other Possible Causes of these Symptoms

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• Lack of awareness of the environment - see all causes of Unresponsiveness
• Lack of response - see all causes of Unresponsiveness
• Lost cognitive function - see all causes of Cognitive impairment
• Preserved non-cognitive function - see all causes of Cognitive impairment
• Preserved respiration (breathing) - see all causes of Respiratory symptoms
• Preserved sleep-wake cycle - see all causes of Sleep symptoms

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Article Excerpts About Symptoms of Persistent Vegetative State:

In persistent vegetative state the individual loses the higher cerebral powers of the brain, but the functions of the brainstem, such as respiration (breathing) and circulation, remain relatively intact. Spontaneous movements may occur and the eyes may open in response to external stimuli, but the patient does not speak or obey commands. Patients in a vegetative state may appear somewhat normal. They may occasionally grimace, cry, or laugh. (Source: excerpt from NINDS Coma Information Page: NINDS)

Persistent Vegetative State as a Cause of Symptoms or Medical Conditions

When considering symptoms of Persistent Vegetative State, it is also important to consider Persistent Vegetative State as a possible cause of other medical conditions. The Disease Database lists the following medical conditions that Persistent Vegetative State may cause:

• Anisocoria
• Mydriasis
• Reduced level of consciousness
• Respiratory failure type 2

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About signs and symptoms of Persistent Vegetative State:

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