punch-drunk syndrome

punch-drunk syndrome definition - medical

punch-drunk syndrome

noun
A condition seen in boxers and alcoholics, caused by repeated cerebral concussions and characterized by weakness in the lower limbs, unsteadiness of gait, slowness of muscular movements, hand tremors, hesitancy of speech, and mental dullness.

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