Neuropathy Disorder

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Neuropathy is an often painful condition caused by nerve damage. It is usually reserved for damage to the nerves of the peripheral nervous system and affects nerves that control motor skills and senses. In some cases, neuropathy can also refer to a disorder of the cranial nerves.

Deep-Brain Stimulation in Parkinson Disease: 10-Year Outcomes

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A blinded study seeks to determine whether the benefits of deep-brain stimulation in Parkinson disease are sustained over the long term.

Parkinson's disease causes autonomic problems beyond just lightheadedness.

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Dysautonomia in Parkinson's disease can cause a wide range of symptoms.

Antipsychotic Drug : ADHD Kids

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A growing number of children with behavioral problems, such as ADHD, are being treated with new antipsychotic medications that haven't been well-studied or proven to work safely in children, according to a new study.

Rare Primary Headaches

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A brief primer on the presentation, pathophysiology, and treatment options of rare headache disorders, including nummular and hypnic headaches and headache associated with cold, exercise, or sex.

Traumatic Brain Injury in Adults

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This review outlines the current best management of adult patients with traumatic brain injury -- from initial assessment and management, through imaging, surgical options, and rehabilitation.

New Targets for DBS Treatment of Parkinson's Disease

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Deep brain stimulation has been a revolutionary treatment for patients with Parkinson's disease, but current brain targets don't address all symptoms. What new targets might expand results?

Drugs for Nerve Pain

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For many, pain is a part of their everyday lives. Some experience mild pain, others moderate to severe. Whichever type you may experience, the need to alleviate it is crucial in order to continue on with everyday life. For some people, over-the-counter medications such as ibuprofen, acetaminophen an

Long-Term Effect of Bacterial Spinal Meningitis

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Bacterial spinal meningitis is a swelling of the membranes around the spinal cord and brain. It is caused by bacteria. Long-term side effects can be severe.

ADHD Risk Factors

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Find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of possible ADHD risk factors including medical reference, news, pictures, videos, and more.

New Alzheimer's Gene Found

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Certain mutations in the GAB2 gene may make Alzheimer's disease more likely, researchers report in the journal Neuron.

ADD and ADHD Special Feature Stories and News

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ICH Secondary to Intraarterial Revascularization Therapies

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Intracerebral hemorrhage secondary to thrombolysis and revascularization is associated with high mortality and remains the most feared complication of acute stroke treatment. Can it be predicted?

Carpal Tunnel Surgery Problems

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Every year in the United States, more than 500,000 people undergo carpal tunnel release surgery in an effort to relieve pain caused by carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). While surgery is typically effective, there is no guarantee that it will alleviate symptoms or that the symptoms will not return later.

Ritalin for Preschoolers?

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Ritalin has a "moderate" effect on preschool kids with moderate-to-severe attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), finds a National Institute of Mental Health study.

Do Collegiate Contact Sports Impair Cognition?

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A study of contact-sport athletes fine-tunes the potential cognitive effects of repetitive head impacts.

Enhancing Neuroplasticity and Regeneration After Stroke

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Novel therapeutic strategies for treatment of ischemic stroke, such as enhancement of neuroplasticity and neuronal regeneration therapy via stem cell transplantation, are highlighted in this review.

What Are the Causes of Occipital Neuralgia?

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Occipital neuralgia is a type of headache that causes chronic pain and spasms in the neck and head area. The pain is usually localized in the back area of the upper neck and caused by a nerve injury or irritation.

Case 2: A 6-Year-Old Boy Who "Can't Sit Still"

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As far back as his mother can remember, the patient had not been able to sit still for more than a few minutes. Follow the presentation of this case by Drs. Kushida and Rama.

A New Once-Daily Epilepsy Pill

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For now, this new drug is intended for use as adjunctive treatment for partial-onset seizures.