In grammar and morphology, a paronym is a word that is derived from the same root as another word, such as children and childish from the root word child. Adjective: paronymous. Also known as a beside-word. In a broader sense, paronyms may refer to words that are linked by a similarity of form.
Lhermitte's sign is a flare up of neuropathic pain that has unique features, causes and management. Lhermitte's sign is a sense of electricity that shoots down the spine from the head towards the feet, and often out through the arms, legs and appendages. It is often brought on by flexing the neck so that the chin moves towards the chest.
The Symptoms of LEMS. The onset of LEMS is gradual and symptoms start with slowly progressive muscle weakness and fatigue; muscle aches and cramps are also frequent. The weakness commonly involves muscles of the hips and legs on both sides at the same time and can sometimes cause significant impairment of activities of daily living.