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Smoking at Young Age May Raise MS Risk
Youngsters who start smoking before age 17 may be putting themselves at increased risk of developing multiple sclerosis, a new study suggests.
Vaccination Safe for Kids With Genetic Disorders
Vaccination does not appear to cause autism or other health problems -- even in children with certain genetic disorders, a new study suggests.
Short Cognitive Tests in the Diagnosis of Dementia
Is over-reliance on short, poorly validated cognitive tests encouraging over- or under- diagnosis of dementia?
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)-Prevention
In most cases, benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) cannot be prevented.
Trigeminal Neuralgia: For One Nerve a Multitude of Treatments
Trigeminal neuralgia is reputed to be one of the most painful conditions in human experience. This article provides an overview of this relapsing and remitting, paroxysmal stabbing or electrical, facial pain syndrome, as well as existing surgical and medical treatments.
Brain Injury Treatment
A brain injury can be the result of a sudden trauma to your head. An injury can occur in one localized area, or damage can occur in more than one location of your brain. Depending on the severity of trauma received, treatments will vary. However, treatment will always begin upon entering the emergen
Three New Trials in Stroke: CADISS, VISSIT, and ATTEST
Dr Diener reviews three recently published trials with new findings for dissection in intracranial stenosis and thrombolysis in acute ischemic stroke.
IV Sodium Valproate vs Phenytoin for Status Epilepticus
Sodium valproate has been used to treat status epilepticus successfully, but its role as the first-line drug is still controversial. Is it as effective as I.V. phenytoin?
New Approaches to Cryptococcal Meningitis
Early diagnosis and treatment of cryptococcal meningitis is critical for survival. What tools are available for diagnosis and treatment of this potentially fatal disease in the immunosuppressed?
Diabetes Pill Helps Early Alzheimer's Disease
Experts say keeping blood pressure and cholesterol levels in check can significantly lower the risk of Alzheimer's disease. And once the brain disease develops, a diabetes pill may actually improve thinking.
Pervasive Developmental Disorders
WebMD explains pervasive developmental disorders (PDDs), including causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
Mad Cow response debated by regulators.
In April 1989, Joseph Sardo of Miami, Fla., was assigned to a new project. Soon afterward, he became withdrawn. At first, his family blamed it on the project. But by June, the data process administrator who once was able to add columns of 30 numbers in his
Coma, vegetative state, akinetic mutism, catatonia, locked-in syndrome, hypersomnia, delirium
A person’s level of consciousness is a measure of how alert and oriented they are. Consciousness is a spectrum with many shades. While the best known alteration of consciousness is the infamous coma, meaning someone is unarousable with their eyes closed, there are many other ways that a person
Meningitis and Listeria Monocytogenes-Topic Overview
Listeria monocytogenes bacteria are commonly found in soil; dust; water; sewage; unpasteurized cheeses such as brie,mozzarella,and blue cheese; and uncooked vegetables. These bacteria can enter the body through contaminated food or water. Foods contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes can cause ...
Stem Cell Research and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
Are stem cells a dream come true for those with ALS? Or are they something less? The answer to both questions may be "yes."
CSF Leaks After Anterior Decompression for OPLL
CSF leak is a potential complication of anterior decompression to treat cervical myelopathy associated with ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament. What's the best management strategy?
Multiple Sclerosis: Importance of Early Treatment
Today experts agree that new disease-modifying drugs can change the course of MS. Learn more at WebMD.
New Alzheimer's Gene: FAQ
Scientists have discovered a new Alzheimer's gene called CALHM1. Researcher Philippe Marambaud talks with WebMD about what the new Alzheimer's gene means for Alzheimer's treatment.
Nerve Damage Caused by Radiology
DefinitionRadiology is defined as the use of radiation and imaging technology to diagnose and treat disease. CT scans, X-rays, MRIs, ultrasounds, and bone scans all fall into the category of radiology. Radiation therapy is also used to treat cancer. A link exists between tissue and nerve...