Nervous System Diseases - New Articles

Apr 22, Unstable Spine Disorders

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 17:57:57 GMT

An unstable spine is a common spinal condition in which there are abnormal movements of the spine which can impair normal functioning of the spinal cord and nerves.

Apr 22, Encephalocele

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 00:35:38 GMT

An encephalocele is a malformation of the nervous system and its coverings on the head. It results in a bulging sac through a defect in the skull.

Apr 22, Pseudotumor Cerebri

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 00:12:19 GMT

Pseudotumor cerebri is a condition which presents with symptoms similar to a brain tumor or hydrocephalus, with increased pressure in the skull causing headaches and other symptoms.

Apr 21, Headache Treatment

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 21:56:13 GMT

Headache treatment varies from simple rest and analgesics to more specific treatments for specific types of headache like migraines, cluster headaches and subarachnoid hemorrhage.

Mar 24, Cerebral Aneurysm and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage

Wed, 24 Mar 2010 20:07:31 GMT

A cerebral aneurysm is a rare but potentially life-threatening cause of headache, particularly if it ruptures, causing subarachnoid hemorrhage.

Mar 24, Cluster Headache

Wed, 24 Mar 2010 20:04:50 GMT

A cluster headache is a rare type of headache which can be quite severe and debilitating. Its unique symptoms make it distinct from other headaches.

Mar 24, Migraine Headache Treatment

Wed, 24 Mar 2010 20:02:38 GMT

Migraine headache treatment includes some medications which are not used for most other types of headaches. Learn more about how migraine headache is treated here.

Feb 2, Migraine Headache Symptoms

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 21:07:31 GMT

Migraine headache symptoms include more than just pain in the head. Learn more about what sets migraine headaches apart from other types of headaches.

Feb 2, Tension Headache

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 21:05:20 GMT

A benign tension headache is the most common and generally most benign form of headache. Learn more about this type of headache here.

Jan 29, Causes of Headache

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 19:58:11 GMT

There are many different causes of headache, from the completely benign to life-threateningly serious. Learn more about different types of headache here.

Jan 29, Brain Tumor Headache

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 19:52:19 GMT

Although there are many causes of headache, a brain tumor headache is one of the most feared. Learn more about this type of headache here.

Jan 29, Headache Symptoms

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 19:50:00 GMT

Although all headaches have head pain in common, there are other associated headache symptoms which vary depending on the types of headaches.

Jan 29, Types of Headache

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 19:48:19 GMT

There are many different types of headache, varying from mild to severe and even life-threatening. Learn more about the different types and what distinguishes them here.

Aug 12, Multiple Sclerosis

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 19:34:44 GMT

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a diseases of the central nervous system which leads to recurring attacks of neurological symptoms. Learn more about its causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment here.

Aug 12, Cure for Multiple Sclerosis

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 19:31:18 GMT

Unfortunately, there is no cure for multiple sclerosis but there are treatment options for patients which may help to slow its progression, minimize symptoms and improve the quality of life.

Aug 12, Cause of Multiple Sclerosis

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 19:28:48 GMT

The exact cause of multiple sclerosis is not well understood but there are several interesting factors which appear to play some part in its etiology.

Aug 12, Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 19:26:48 GMT

There are many possible multiple sclerosis symptoms, related to just about any of the normal functions of the central nervous system. Learn more about the various symptoms here.

Aug 12, Types of Multiple Sclerosis

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 19:24:56 GMT

There are several types of multiple sclerosis varying primarily in the course of the disease throughout a patient's life. Learn more about them here.

Aug 12, Multiple Sclerosis Diagnosis

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 19:22:45 GMT

Multiple sclerosis diagnosis can be difficult because each patient is effected differently. However there are criteria based on the history, examination and tests which can help confirm the diagnosis.

Aug 12, Multiple Sclerosis Medications

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 19:19:10 GMT

There are a number of multiple sclerosis medications used to treat symptoms of the disease and slow its progression.

Aug 12, Multiple Sclerosis Treatment

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 19:16:45 GMT

Although there is no cure for MS, there are various types of multiple sclerosis treatment which aim to slow disease progression and lessen symptoms, thereby improving the quality of life.

Jun 5, Brain Abscess

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 20:01:36 GMT

A brain abscess is a bacterial brain infection. Also called a cerebral abscess, these infections are destructive lesions within the substance of the brain itself. Learn more about them here.

Jun 5, Cerebritis

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 19:59:36 GMT

Cerebritis is an inflammation of the brain tissue itself, generally caused by infection by a bacteria. Untreated, it will generally progress to brain abscess.

May 21, Share Your Story

Thu, 21 May 2009 22:09:06 GMT

Have you or a loved one struggled with nervous system disease? Share your story here.

May 21, Subdural Empyema

Thu, 21 May 2009 21:25:44 GMT

Subdural empyema is a bacterial infection in the subdural space around the brain or spine. It is most commonly a complication of bacterial sinusitis. Learn more about it here.

May 21, Fungal Meningitis

Thu, 21 May 2009 21:24:19 GMT

Fungal meningitis is an infection of the coverings of the brain and spinal cord, the meninges, caused by fungus. Learn more about it here.

May 21, Encephalitis

Thu, 21 May 2009 04:59:49 GMT

Encephalitis is an inflammation of the brain usually caused by infection by a virus. There are many forms of virus that can cause it. Learn more about it here.

May 21, Herpes Encephalitis

Thu, 21 May 2009 04:57:13 GMT

Herpes encephalitis is a form of viral encephalitis caused specifically by a herpes virus. Learn more about it here.

May 21, Viral Encephalitis

Thu, 21 May 2009 04:53:59 GMT

Viral encephalitis is an inflammation of the brain caused by infection by a virus. There are many forms of virus that can cause it. Learn more about it here.

May 20, CNS Infection: Meningitis, Encephalitis, Abscess and Others

Wed, 20 May 2009 00:48:20 GMT

A CNS infection is an infection which involves the central nervous system in some way. Meningitis is one of the most common and well known types. Learn about meningitis and other CNS infections here.

May 20, Meningitis

Wed, 20 May 2009 00:44:51 GMT

Meningitis is an infection of the coverings of the brain and spinal cord. There are viral and bacterial forms of the disease. Learn more about meningitis here.

May 20, Meningitis Symptoms

Wed, 20 May 2009 00:41:57 GMT

Meningitis symptoms can progress quickly, particularly for bacterial meningitis. Recognizing the symptoms and treating the disease quickly can be lifesaving. Learn more about meningitis symptoms here.

May 20, Bacterial Meningitis

Wed, 20 May 2009 00:39:53 GMT

Bacterial meningitis is a common form of meningitis, infection of the coverings of the brain and spinal cord, caused by various forms of bacteria. Learn more about it here.

May 20, Viral Meningitis

Wed, 20 May 2009 00:37:33 GMT

Viral meningitis, also called aseptic meningitis, is a common form of meningitis, infection of the coverings of the brain and spinal cord, caused by various types of viruses.

May 20, Meningitis Treatment

Wed, 20 May 2009 00:35:49 GMT

Meningitis treatment generally involves antibiotic treatment for bacterial meningitis. Viral meningitis is treated conservatively and supportively. Learn more about meningitis treatment here.

May 20, Spinal Meningitis

Wed, 20 May 2009 00:32:28 GMT

Spinal meningitis is another name for meningitis, an infection of the coverings of the brain and spinal cord which can be caused by viruses, bacteria and other organisms.

Apr 3, Search Results

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 22:10:44 GMT

Search results for Nervous System Diseases

Feb 7, Acoustic Neuroma (Vestibular Schwannoma)

Sat, 07 Feb 2009 19:51:31 GMT

An acoustic neuroma, or vestibular schwannoma, is a tumor that occurs on one of the nerves going from the inner ear to the brain stem. Learn more about these brain tumors here.

Feb 3, Rasmussens Encephalitis

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 19:36:13 GMT

Rasmussens Encephalitis is a rare inflammatory condition which affects the brain and generally presents with recurrent seizures as well as general neurological dysfunction on one side of the brain.

Feb 3, Temporal Lobe Epilepsy

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 02:07:25 GMT

Temporal lobe epilepsy is a general term for a set of conditions which give rise to recurrent seizures originating from the temporal lobe. Learn more about it and its causes here.

Jan 22, Infant Epilepsy

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 17:35:00 GMT

Infant epilepsy is a disorder characterized by recurrent seizures in an infant patient. There are several potential causes of seizures and epilepsy in young children. Learn more about them here.

Jan 22, Abdominal Epilepsy

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 01:57:47 GMT

Abdominal epilepsy, sometimes referred to as autonomic seizures, is a very rare form of seizure which presents with the acute onset of symptoms seemingly related to the gastrointestinal system.

Jan 22, Post Traumatic Epilepsy

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 01:31:19 GMT

Post traumatic epilepsy refers to seizures which occur as the result of a traumatic brain injury, either acutely or chronically. Learn more about it here.

Jan 22, Complex Partial Seizure

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 00:14:16 GMT

A complex partial seizure affects only a part of the brain but does cause an alteration or loss of consciousness in the patient. Learn more about them here.

Jan 22, Simple Partial Seizure

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 00:12:46 GMT

A simple partial seizure is a seizure which involves only part of the brain and does not impact the patients level of consciousness. Learn more about them here.

Jan 22, Secondarily Generalized Seizure

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 00:10:54 GMT

A secondarily generalized seizure is a seizure which starts as a partial seizure and then spreads to involve the entire brain. Learn more about them here.

Jan 22, Primary Generalized Epilepsy

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 00:09:33 GMT

Primary generalized epilepsy refers to seizures which start as a generalized seizure, involving the whole brain. Learn more about them here.

Jan 21, Partial Seizure

Wed, 21 Jan 2009 14:31:31 GMT

A partial seizure is a seizure which affects only one part of the brain, in contrast to a generalized seizure which involves both hemispheres. Learn more about them here.

Jan 21, Generalized Seizure

Wed, 21 Jan 2009 14:28:41 GMT

A generalized seizure is one which affects the entire forebrain, including both hemispheres, at the same time. Learn more about them here.

Jan 3, Petit Mal Seizure

Sat, 03 Jan 2009 20:39:42 GMT

A petit mal seizure, also known as an absence seizure, is a form of generalized seizure most common in children which does not include convulsions. Learn more about them here.