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Neurological Conditions : Health & Medical
Pot-Like Compound May Slow Alzheimer's
A marijuana-like compound may cut brain inflammation and slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease, scientists report.
Description of ALS
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a serious neurological disease that affects the nerve cells that control the voluntary muscles of the body. ALS is a progressive and fatal disease.
How to Cure Postherpetic Neuralgia Pain
After an outbreak of shingles, many people experience lingering nerve pain. This condition, called postherpetic neuralgia, causes intense burning pain along the nerves damaged by shingles. The pain may last for months or years and may not respond to pain medication. Postherpetic neuralgia resolves s
Aspirin or Anticoagulation? Preventing Cerebral Ischemic Events
In this video blog, Dr. Mark Alberts discusses the results of a study comparing the efficacy of aspirin and anticoagulation treatment in patients with dissection involving the carotid artery.
Serum Levels of S100B and NSE in Alzheimer's Disease Patients
Alzheimer's disease: are neuron-specific enolase (NSE) and S100B levels useful biochemical markers in the neuropsychiatric evaluation of Alzheimer's disease patients?
Ways to Detect a Pinched Nerve
A "pinched nerve" describes damage or injury to a nerve or set of nerves that might cause discomfort or pain or impair functions. Such damage or injury could be caused by compression, stretching, or constriction. Mayoclinic.com says a pinched nerve occurs when too much pressure is applied to a nerve
Alzheimer's Drug Slows Memory Decline
An experimental Alzheimer’s treatment slowed memory loss by about one-third in people with mild disease, offering hope that the drug can alter the course of the progressive disease.
Brain Scans May Predict Alzheimer's
A brain scan test may help predict which people with memory loss will develop Alzheimer's disease, a preliminary study shows.
Stronger Ties Needed Between Employers, Health Plans
With worker unhappiness and health costs on the rise, employers must seek stronger commitments from health plans to address both issues.
Hyperactivity: Medical Reality or Convenient Excuse
Contrary to the claims of some critics, there is convincing evidence that ADHD is a real disorder with a strong biological basis and that it is often underdiagnosed.
Multiple Sclerosis and Fatigue
Information about multiple sclerosis related fatigue and the treatment options that are available.
What Is Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease?
WebMD discusses the symptoms of Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease, a rare but fatal disease of the brain.
Alzheimer's Disease Therapy
WebMD discusses types of therapies that may benefit Alzheimer's disease patients, including drugs, HRT, sensory therapy, and more.
Multiple Sclerosis Signs & Symptoms
Due to the fact that multiple sclerosis is a progressive disease that affects the nerves of the brain and spinal chord, it can produce a wide variety of numerous symptoms that primarily depend upon what specific nerves are affected. Multiple sclerosis is typically difficult to diagnose in its beginn
Any Exercise May Cut Alzheimer's Risk at Any Age
A new study shows that daily physical activity may reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease and mental decline even in people older than 80.
Concerta: Less Drug Abuse Risk
Surveys suggest that Ritalin abuse is a growing problem among teens in the U.S., but there is increasing evidence that the risk of abuse is much lower with newer, time-released versions of the stimulant most commonly used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
Epilepsy Treatment
Find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of epilepsy treatment including medical reference, news, pictures, videos, and more.
PET Imaging in Alzheimer's Disease and Lewy Body Disorders
Could dopaminergic and amyloid PET imaging potentially identify distinct biomarker signatures among patients with Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, and Lewy body dementia?
Controversy Over Payers' Use of Guidelines Remains Strong
A new report underscores what many doctors have long believed - that some treatment guidelines are overly aggressive and could have a negative effect on patient care. But that doesn't mean that doctors can ignore the issue of appropriate, cost-effective care.
Spinal Cord Injury Exercises
Spinal cord injury patients generally suffer from some loss of motor skills or sensation near the area of impact. Once doctors have stabilized a patient's injury, exercise is a key component to improve their overall functionality, and can also encourage self-esteem and well-being. Exercise, along w