If you have symptoms of a neurological disorder, your doctor will use one or more of the following diagnostic procedures to determine the cause of your symptoms. He or she may refer you to a neurologist (a physician who specializes in treat.. Read More
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This section describes several less common disorders of the central nervous system. • Meningitis. Meningitis is inflammation of the meninges (the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord), usually caused by a viral or bacteria.. Read More
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Keeping a headache diary is a good way to help you identify the factors that trigger your headaches so that you can take steps to prevent future headaches. Whenever you have a headache, carefully mark down the following information: • .. Read More
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A headache is a very common type of pain. The pain of a headache may extend over the entire head, or it may be limited to a specific area. Headache pain may range from mild to severe. Unusual or sudden changes in posture or prolonged coughi.. Read More
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A person who is having a seizure may lose consciousness, fall to the ground, and move about violently. Here are some things you can do to help ensure that a person is not injured during a seizure. • Do not panic. • Do not try to res.. Read More
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The Alzheimer’s Association has developed the following checklist of common symptoms to help you recognize the warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease. (Some of these symptoms also may apply to other forms of dementia.) If you know someone.. Read More
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The underlying causes of certain neurological disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease are not yet known. However, much is known about other neurological disorders—such as Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, and migraines— althoug.. Read More
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In the brain and spinal cord, even benign (noncancerous) tumors can be debilitating or life-threatening. Because the brain and the spinal cord are enclosed within bony structures, there is no room for tissue expansion. Any abnormal growth o.. Read More
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Loss of function after a stroke may be temporary or limited; some people recover most of the functions they have lost and continue to live independent lives. However, some people who have strokes need assistance with daily tasks (such as ba.. Read More
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Symptoms of a stroke often appear suddenly, without warning. If you have one or more of the following symptoms, call your doctor, 911, or your local emergency number immediately. The sooner you get treatment for a stroke, the more likely yo.. Read More
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