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Diagnosing and Living With Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is an auto-immune disease that attacks the Myelin Sheath (Insulation) around the nerves. This causes the nerve to be Damaged and sends the wrong signals to the nerve related parts of the body.
Reversible Posterior Leukoencephalopathy Syndrome
The authors discuss three children with reversible posterior leukoencephalopathy syndrome presenting with generalized seizures and headache.
Deep Brain Stimulation
This overview of deep brain stimulation explores its current and investigational use across a wide spectrum of neurological and psychiatric disorders.
Childhood ADHD Symptoms
Find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of childhood ADHD symptoms including medical reference, news, pictures, videos, and more.
Brain Protein May Snip at Alzheimer's
Lab tests in Neuron show that a brain protein may cut the building blocks of brain plaque tied to Alzheimer's disease and may spur new treatments.
Perminant Progressive MS (Multiple Sclerosis) Challenges - One Victim's Dated View
Maybe, admitting to myself that I needed to use disposable briefs was the most major challenge? My caregivers sensitivity to provide a sightly container ~ rather than stack my diapers in a conspicious place (like on the back of the toilet) ~ has made my right decision less embarrassing. Her rapid re
Early MS Symptoms/Warning Signs
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is hard to diagnose, because symptoms can come and go. Learn more from WebMD about the early signs of MS.
Cine Phase-Contrast MRI
The purpose of this prospective study was to evaluate aqueductal cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) flow after endoscopic aqueductoplasty
Dementia-Topic Overview
Dementia is a loss of mental skills that affects your daily life. It can cause problems with your memory and how well you can think and plan.
What Is Vagal Nerve Neuropathy?
Its name comes from the Latin word for "wandering," and the vagal nerve, or vagus, is known as the rambler or the wanderer because of its extensive connections from the cranium to the rest of the body. With so many connections to different places, damage to or sickness of the vagal nerve can resul
Multiple Sclerosis News and Features Page
Find special feature stories and news on Multiple Sclerosis Health at WebMD
Effect of Pupil Size on the Amygdala of the Beholders
Utilizing fMRI, the authors investigated the effect of pupil size in human faces on amygdala response, in order to further clarify its function in relation to biologically relevant stimuli.
ADHD Children May Gain More From Family-Centered Care
Study found teaching positive parenting skills in compassionate way improved outcomes
Clinical Features Predict Prognosis in Multiple Sclerosis
Studies of the natural history of MS that looked at various clinical features as prognostic markers are reviewed.
Benign MS May Not Stay Benign
Nearly Half 'Benign Multiple Sclerosis' Cases Worsen Decades Later, Study Shows
Brain and Nervous System Directories
Find all medical reference articles on Brain and Nervous System at WebMD.
Long Perspective on Neurology and Neurosurgery
Treating ailments inside the human skull may seem like the true cutting edge of modern medicine, but in fact the impulse and the daring to perform neurosurgery have been with us for a great many years. Now, toward the end of this millennium, neurology and neurosurgery are poised for even greater adv
Insulin May Protect Mind, Memory
Insulin may slow or prevent Alzheimer's-related memory loss, a finding that fuels existing theories that Alzheimer's disease may be due to an unknown type of diabetes.
Recognition and Treatment of Neurologic Wilson's Disease
Wilson's disease has a variable presentation and is often misdiagnosed, potentially leading to severe hepatic and neurologic consequences. But when correctly diagnosed, its easily treatable.
ADHD Tests
Find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of tests that may help a doctor diagnose ADHD including medical reference, news, pictures, videos, and more.