Definition

1. Noun:
   • A type of paralysis affecting symmetrical parts on both sides of the body: Diplegia is a medical condition characterized by paralysis that affects corresponding limbs or areas on both the left and right sides of the body. It is often associated with cerebral palsy, where the legs are more severely affected than the arms.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • The child was diagnosed with spastic diplegia, a form of cerebral palsy.
  • Diplegia primarily affects motor function in both lower limbs.

Advanced Usage

• "Spastic diplegia": A specific subtype where the paralysis involves increased muscle tone and stiffness, most commonly affecting the legs.
  • Spastic diplegia is the most common form of cerebral palsy.

Variants and Related Words

• Diplegic (adj): Relating to or suffering from diplegia.
  • The diplegic patient requires specialized physical therapy.
• Paraplegia (n): Paralysis of the legs and lower body. (Note: This is a related but distinct condition, as paraplegia typically results from spinal cord injury and does not necessarily imply symmetrical arm involvement, whereas diplegia often implies a lesser degree of arm involvement.)

Synonyms

• Bilateral paralysis: Paralysis affecting both sides.
• Symmetrical paralysis: Paralysis that is corresponding on both sides.

Related Phrases

• "Facial diplegia": Paralysis affecting both sides of the face.
  • Facial diplegia can be a symptom of certain neurological disorders.

Noun

1. paralysis of corresponding parts on both sides of the body