| pseudobulbar | Denoting a supranuclear paralysis of the bulbar nerves. (05 Mar 2000) |
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| pseudobulbar paralysis | Paralysis of the lips and tongue, simulating progressive bulbar paralysis, but due to supranuclear lesions with bilateral involvement of the upper motor neurons; characterised by speech and swallowing difficulties, emotional instability, and spasmodic, mirthless laughter. (05 Mar 2000) |