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The Basics of Seizures Seizures are more prevalent than it may seem. They can happen after a head injury, stroke, infection, or another illness. Often, the cause is unknown, but…
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Meningitis The meninges are the membranes that line and protect the brain and spinal cord. It is possible for the fluid around these membranes to become infected, which is a…
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Alzheimer’s Disease Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive condition that gradually decreases the amount of brain area available for cognitive function. It is a condition in which the build-up of plaques…
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Understanding Stroke: Diagnosis and Treatment
Understanding Stroke Your brain is the most important organ in your body—it regulates and coordinates functions that keep you alive and well. When it doesn’t get enough oxygen, you’re at…
The Basics of Seizures – From Symptoms to Treatment to Prevention
The Basics of Seizures Seizures are more prevalent than it may seem. They can happen after a head injury, stroke, infection, or another illness. Often, the cause is unknown, but…
Parkinson’s Disease: Understanding the Symptoms and Causes
Parkinson’s Disease Parkinson’s disease affects movement. The symptoms start slowly and may at first be barely noticeable. As the disease worsens, you may notice tremors in your hand, slurred speech,…
What Is Neuropathy? Understand the Symptoms and Treatment
What Is Neuropathy? Neuropathy, also known as nerve damage, is a term used to describe various conditions that consist of the impairment of peripheral nerves. It can have various causes…
Vertigo – Are You Spinning?
Vertigo Vertigo is common in people over 65, but it can happen at any age. Described as a sense of spinning dizziness, vertigo can also happen during pregnancy or due…
The Dreaded Headache
The Dreaded Headache Most people have had experience with headaches at some point in time. If you suffer from them frequently, you know just how much they affect your quality…
Meningitis – A Danger To Avoid
Meningitis The meninges are the membranes that line and protect the brain and spinal cord. It is possible for the fluid around these membranes to become infected, which is a…
Alzheimer’s Disease – A Progressive Illness
Alzheimer’s Disease Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive condition that gradually decreases the amount of brain area available for cognitive function. It is a condition in which the build-up of plaques…
Multiple Sclerosis – A Difficult Disease
Multiple Sclerosis Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a medical problem involving the central nervous system (CNS). Although the exact cause of this disease is unknown, scientists believe it is a person’s…
Cerebral Hemorrhage – A True Emergency
Cerebral Hemorrhage A cerebral hemorrhage is bleeding that occurs inside the head. The bleeding can be inside the brain or outside the brain, and in many cases, this type of…