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Prion Diseases
This comprehensive primer on prion diseases covers the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and clinical presentation of these invariably fatal disorders.
Concussion History and Motor System Metabolism
The long-term and cumulative effects of sports concussions is of increasing concern. How does concussion history impact motor system metabolism among aging former athletes?
Frequently Asked Questions About Advance Directives
WebMD answers basic questions about how a patient can control end-of-life decisions with advanced directives, living wills, and durable power of attorney for health care.
Multiple Sclerosis and Pregnancy-Topic Overview
Most people who are diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) are women in their child-bearing years. Questions about whether MS affects getting pregnant or about labor and delivery are common. Here are some answers:Most couples in which one partner has MS are able to have children without MS ...
About Severe Sciatic Pain
Sciatic pain usually occurs in adults between thirty and fifty years of age. In some people it is a painful inconvenience for a few weeks before fading away. There is a chance that it can lead to serious complications. If you are experiencing severe sciatic pain, you must speak to your doctor so you
What Is Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease?
WebMD discusses the symptoms of Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease, a rare but fatal disease of the brain.
FDA Panel Backs Approval of ADHD Patch
An expert panel on Friday recommended government approval of the first skin patch designed to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children ages 6 to 12 years old.
Entourage Actor Gary Cole Talks About Autism
Entourage star Gary Cole talks about his daughter’s autism and his work advocating for other autistic children.
Minimally Invasive Approach for Intradural Spinal Pathology
The authors describe a minimally invasive surgical approach to successfully treating spinal intradural pathology with a low rate of postoperative complications.
What Is Adjunctive Therapy for ADHD in Children?
WebMD explains combination drug therapy, or adjunctive therapy, for ADHD in kids.
MS and Acid - Switch to an Alkaline Lifestyle
MS and acid have recently been linked together by Doctor Robert O Young, a leading microbiologist and nutritional scientist, in his studies on the benefits of an alkalarian lifestyle. His findings contain a whole new way of looking at diet and nutrition which allow you to experience a new level of w
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the Head
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the head is a test that uses a magnetic field and pulses of radio wave energy to provide pictures of your head.
Evolution of a Treatment Paradigm for Atypical Meningiomas
The World Health Organization reclassified atypical meningiomas in 2000, creating a more clear and broadly accepted definition. How has this affected the treatment of meningiomas?
Multiple Sclerosis and Baclofen Therapy
WebMD explains how the drug baclofen can reduce spasticity in people with multiple sclerosis. Learn more about how the drug is delivered and possible side effects.
Migraine and Estrogen
Although the association between migraine and sex hormones has been repeatedly demonstrated, the exact pathophysiology has not yet been fully elucidated. What do we know?
APP in Autistic Children
Clinical similarities exist between autism and Alzheimer disease. In this study, the authors studied children with and without autism to investigate common pathologic pathways.
Using Muscle Relaxants in Chronic Pain
Dr. Charles Argoff reviews muscle relaxant medications to consider when managing patients with chronic pain.
Analysis of Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Magnetic resonance imaging studies obtained in patients with Chiari I malformations have traditionally been confined to anatomical images.
Lamotrigine Compared With Levetiracetam for Epilepsy
Both lamotrigine and levetiracetam are popular first choice drugs for epilepsy monotherapy. How do they compare with regard to their efficacy and tolerability?