Definition of purport for English Language Learners. : the main or general meaning of something (such as a speech or a person's actions)
Overview. 1  A bulbar palsy is a lower motor neuron lesion of cranial nerves IX, X and XII. 2  A pseudobulbar palsy is an upper motor neuron lesion of cranial nerves IX, X and XII.seudobulbar palsy. The clinical features include: 1  Gag reflex â increased or normal. 2  Tongue â spastic. â 3 it cannot be protruded, lies on the floor of the mouth and is small and tightâ.
Multiple Sclerosis. Pseudobulbar affect, or PBA, is a syndrome characterized by outbursts of crying or laughter, which are inappropriate or exaggerated within the person's social setting. This syndrome can significantly affect a person and their loved one's quality of life, causing feelings of anxiety, embarrassment, and social isolation.