Results for Neurologic Disorders

Learn about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis & treatment of Demyelinating Disorders from the Professional Version of the Merck Manuals.

Physical therapy including aerobics, stretching and strengthening exercises is ideal to treat for sciatica

If you have trouble sleeping, you’re in good company. Almost everyone experiences insomnia at some point, especially as you age. Why? According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), short-term insomnia can result from stress, depression, diet, or jet lag. Curing insomnia requires some lifestyle adjustments, but they’ll be worth it once you can stop counting sheep every night. Give these 10 basic insomnia solutions a try:

When you hear the word inflammation, what comes to your mind? Most people probably think inflammation is all about redness and swelling that follows an infection, wound, or injury. But this is only “acute inflammation” – a beneficial response by the immune system that encourages healing, and usually goes off once the injury improves. Chronic inflammation is another form of inflammation that is less obvious. While…

Strokes are the second leading cause of death worldwide and the fifth leading cause of death in the United States
Since stroke is the leading cause of disability in the United States, survival can be devastating both to the person who has suffered a stroke and to their family.
Some stroke risk factors can be can be controlled or treated.
A risk factor is a condition or behavior that occurs more frequently in those who have, or are at greater risk of…

About 25 million Americans have urinary incontinence. It's estimated that three-fourths are women, but that leaves more than five million men with bladder problems
Men can have incontinence due to an enlarged prostate or prostate surgery, but other causes may play a role too
Still, men are often uninformed about the issues, and they may face challenges -- physically, socially and emotionally -- when dealing with…

Published Jul. 10, 2018
Not all seizures are caused by epilepsy
As the fourth most common neurological disorder affecting one in every 26 people, you probably know someone with epilepsy
“Most often, when a person has a seizure it’s due to epilepsy,” explained Dr. Abuhuziefa Abubakr, director of epilepsy for Geisinger. “The abnormal electric activity in the brain that is a hallmark of epilepsy often results in seizures.”
However, not all seizures are a result of epilepsy. In fact, you need to…

While you’ve likely heard of Parkinson’s disease (PD), many people don’t know exactly what the condition is or how it manifests itself. The condition can occur when there is a loss of brain cells that produce a chemical called dopamine. It usually presents in people over the age of 60, but it can present earlier in life as well. About 500,000 people in the U.S. have Parkinson's disease, with about 50,000 people being diagnosed each year, according to the National Institute of Neurological…

Today, there are still many myths, misconceptions and misunderstandings about attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Everyone from the media to mental health professionals may perpetuate these erroneous beliefs. Below, experts shared what most people don't know (or commonly misunderstand) about ADHD. You'll find everything from what causes ADHD to what helps it. 1. ADHD is not caused by our super-busy, tech-consumed culture. Today's world is certainly…

As anyone who suffers from migraines already knows, they’re not just headaches. Medically speaking, migraines are considered a chronic neurological disorder that is characterized by recurring moderate-to-severe headaches – usually on one side of the head – and other autonomic nervous system symptoms such as nausea, sensitivity toRead More >

Almost every other person you know these days is complaining of some kind of back pain. There is no doubt about it, it is one of the most common complaints of discomfort and unease. In the United States alone, almost 80 percent of the people suffer from lower back pain at least once at some point in their lives, according to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. Back pain is one of the most common reasons for missed work and in…

As a prevalent neurological disorder, Multiple sclerosis (MS) affects more than 400,000 American adults. A hefty number, I must say.

A growing body of scientific and medical evidence continues to shed light on the complex interaction between metabolic pathways affected by microrganisms living in the human gut and gene expression, immune function, and inflammation that can contribute to a range of cognitive, psychiatric, and neurodegenerative disorders. The Comprehensive Review article, 'Microbiota & Neurological Disorders: A Gut Feeling,' published in BioResearch Open Access.

BANGOR, Maine — Many of us take the simple act of swallowing for granted. Yet every year, approximately 10 million Americans are diagnosed with swallowing disorders, also known as dysphagia. Nearly all dementia patients develop dysphagia, and swallowing disorders are associated with stroke, progressive neurological disorders including multiple…. Maine news, sports, politics, election results, and obituaries from the Bangor Daily News.

According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders, ‘approximately 80 percent of adults experience low back pain at some point in their lifetimes.’ Although there are many risk factors and causes, ‘sciatica’ is one of the top types of pain people experience. Sciatica is also one of the most misunderstood

Addiction is now understood to be a neurological disorder that results from changes to the brain’s reward center caused by addictive substances. Ideally, treatment for nicotine addiction comb...

How Does Chronic Pain Affect Sleep
Sleep is key to your body’s overall health. But if you experience chronic pain, sleep can become problematic. In fact, sleep disturbances are present in 67%-88% of all chronic pain cases
‘Sleep disturbances’ is a catchall phrase for any type of difficulty sleeping. The most common types of sleep problems for patients with chronic pain are insomnia, restless leg syndrome,…

Various vision problems can result from a head injury or concussion. According to studies, eye issues may affect 69 percent to 82 percent of concussed patients, no matter their age
Read on to learn the possible side effects of a concussion to your vision from a local eye care provider
Light Sensitivity
Photophobia or light sensitivity can be triggered by certain light sources, such as fluorescent…

Scientists have been mapping the brain for centuries. New visualization tools bring them one step closer to understanding where thoughts come from and new ways to treat neurological disorders.

This WebMD slideshow details the symptoms, causes, tests, and treatments for sleep problems.