Question

What is the difference between cauda equina syndrome and Conus Medullaris syndrome?

Answer 1

Cauda equina syndrome:

The reflexes are highly diminished in cauda equina syndrome. The individual suffers from the less back pain. The impotence is absent in this condition. The numbness around the body is asymmetrical. The paraplegia is present in cauda equina syndrome.

Conus medullaris syndrome:

The reflexes are diminished in conus medyllaris syndrome. The individual suffers from the more back pain than the normal case. The impotence is frequent in this condition. The numbness around the body is symmetrical. The distal paresis of lower limb is present in conus medullaris syndrome.