Could a Virus Cause Lou Gehrig's Disease?

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Although amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, has been described since the mid-1890s, its origin is still not known. The results from studying one possible scenario, infection by an enterovirus (EV), a type of virus, have lead to conflicting outcomes.

Concurrent MS and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis

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The interplay of neuroinflammation and neurodegeneration are explored in an exceedingly rare instance of a patient with pathologically confirmed concurrent MS and ALS.

Initial Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis

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Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a very debilitating disease that attacks the central nervous system. Symptoms of MS can range from very mild to severe. There is no known cause of MS nor any known cure.

The Cost of Dementia: $156 Billion and Rising

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Dementia cost the world $156 billion in 2003, say Swedish researchers.

Alzheimer's Research and Studies

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Find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of Alzheimer's research and studies including medical reference, news, pictures, videos, and more.

ADHD in Children Features

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Find the latest features about ADHD in children from WebMD.

4 Risk Factors For Getting Multiple Sclerosis

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Research in the past few years has told us a lot regarding the patterns of multiple sclerosis and who's at risk for getting the disease and who is not. Still scientists and doctors are not exactly sure as to the main triggers but they are a whole lot closer on finding out how this mysterious di

Speech Therapy for the Patient With Multiple Sclerosis

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Individuals with multiple sclerosis typically benefit from speech therapy throughout the progression of their disease for a variety of different reasons. The general public often hears the term "speech therapy" and automatically says to themselves, "My speech is fine. I don't nee

Evolution of Endovascular Therapy for Aneurysm Treatment

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This article gives an overview of the progress in the management of incracranial aneurysms from the late eighteenth century until the present.

Types of Vertigo

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The causes and treatment of different types of vertigo, including peripheral vertigo and central vertigo.

FDA Rejects MS Drug Lemtrada

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The FDA has rejected the new multiple sclerosis drug Lemtrada, saying the drugmaker didn’t show the drug's benefits outweigh some serious risks.

Dementia Risk Linked to Ovary Removal

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Women who undergo ovary removal before menopause may have an increased risk of dementia, a Mayo Clinic study suggests.

Evolution of Vestibular Schwannoma Surgery: the Long Journey to

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Although treatment for vestibular schwannomas has improved significantly over the years, we will likely see further improvements for the management of these lesions in the near future.

Experts: No Proof Autism Diets Help/Don't Help

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There's still no proof that special diets help or don't help autistic kids -- or that food allergies, food sensitivities, or gut problems cause autism, an expert panel concludes.

MS Potential Treatment - This New Drug Shows Incredible Potential

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There is good news for those people whose daily lives are overshadowed by the disease multiple sclerosis. The race is finally on to develop a more effective treatment for the disease between major drug manufactures. Merck has been in the process of testing their newest medication Cladribine as a pot

Drugs Used for Peripheral Nervous System Pain

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Peripheral nervous system pain consists of burning, electric-shock sensations and other discomfort, normally in your legs and feet. The pain is sometimes referred to as peripheral neuropathy, and doctors prescribe a variety of medications to provide relief from its effects.

Participation in Contact or Collision Sports in Athletes

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This article discusses when and if an athlete should be allowed to participate in contact or collision sports if he or she has structural brain lesions or a history of craniotomy.

Afraid Your Child Might Have Epilepsy?

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Some good news for worried parents: Most kids who have an unexplained seizure will never have another, according to a new study.

Spinal Cord Injury Diagnosis

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A spinal cord injury is the result of trauma to your spine that either fractures or dislocates your vertebrae. In severe cases, your spinal cord may be severed. Your spinal cord is a delicate system of nerves, tissues and axons. An axon is the extension of your nerve cells. These axons send signals

Reflections on 40 Years as a Sideline Physician

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In this study the author presents his personal observations concerning football injuries in a historical perspective with additional literature citations.