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Neurocysticercosis: A Treatable Cause of Epilepsy
The American Academy of Neurology has released guidelines for treating the most common preventable cause of epilepsy in the developing world.
Children with Autism Respond Differently to Smells: Study
Kids with ASDs didn't change their sniff response when odors were unpleasant
MRI Brain Scan Predicts Memory Decline
An MRI brain scan has for the first time identified subtle brain changes that can help predict who is likely to develop Alzheimer's disease.
Concussion Is Confusing Us All
Is it time to retire the term concussion? The authors of this commentary argue that there's little consensus on its meaning, and it may limit effective treatments of post-traumatic problems.
Preventing Falls
Find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of preventing falls including medical reference, news, pictures, videos, and more.
New Multiple Sclerosis Gene Found
Three new studies show that variations in the IL7R gene, which affects the immune system, are more common in people with multiple sclerosis.
Type II Odontoid Fractures in the Elderly
The optimum treatment of type II odontoid fractures in the geriatric population remains controversial.
Mobile CT: Prehospital Diagnosis and Treatment of Stroke
Prehospital CT imaging can reduce delay in critical diagnosis and treatment of stroke. This brief review summarizes recent studies and provides an outlook on potential future developments.
Lifelong Reading, Hobbies Might Help Stave Off Dementia
Stimulating activities may encourage brain to adapt and create 'work-arounds,' study suggests
Diagnosis and Treatment of Common Forms of Tremor
Tremor, the most common movement disorder presenting to an outpatient practice, has many etiologies, each with a wide array of available treatments. How should the patient with tremor be approached?
How Is Peroneal Neuropathy Treated?
Pain ReliefPeroneal neuropathy can be painful, but fortunately there are many options for treating pain. Non-medicinal options include ice and heat therapy.You can apply ice and heat alternatively for no more than 15 to 20 minutes per session several times per day. Do not apply ice or...
Vestibular Migraine
Dizziness and vertigo are common symptoms following minor head trauma. In this article, the authors review possible causes of dizziness after concussion.What constitutes vestibular migraine? Learn about the clinical symptoms, differential diagnosis, and treatment of this unusual migraine variant in
The Latest on Autism
WebMD reviews the latest information about autism, including research into the causes of the disorder.
Sleep and ADHD
Find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of sleep and ADHD including medical reference, news, pictures, videos, and more.
Pills vs PFO Closure in Stroke Prevention
Dr. Hans-Christoph Diener weighs in on the RESPECT trial, comparing PFO closure with standard of care in the prevention of stroke recurrence.
A Role for TNF-alpha in Ischemia and Ischemic Preconditioning
Does mild elevation of glutamate and TNF-alpha during an acute TIA act as preconditioning stimuli? This interesting study looks at their possible neuroprotective role in subsequent ischemic insults.
Comparative Evaluation of Microdiscectomy Only
Interbody cage-assisted fusion yields a significantly better short- and intermediate-term outcome than MDO.
Antidepressants and the Risk of Stroke Recurrence
Antidepressants are often used to treat depression following stroke, but they may significantly increase stroke recurrence--especially in specific subgroups.
Closed Management of Displaced Type II Odontoid Fractures
How can closed reduction be achieved with a lower risk of respiratory failure?