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==[[Paraneoplastic syndrome medical therapy|Medical Therapy]]==
==[[Paraneoplastic syndrome medical therapy|Medical Therapy]]==
Treatment options include:
# Therapies to eliminate the underlying cancer such as chemotherapy, radiation and surgery, and
# Therapies to reduce or slow neurological degeneration. Rapid diagnosis and treatment is critical for the patient to have the best chance of recovery. Since these disorders are relatively rare, few doctors have seen or treated PNDs. Therefore, it is important that PND patients consult with a specialist with experience in diagnosing and treating paraneoplastic neurological disorders.


==Organizations==
==Organizations==

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