Neurology
Neurology: Neurology is a branch of medicine dealing with disorders of the nervous system. Neurologists diagnose and treat all categories of conditions and disease involving the central and peripheral nervous systems, including their coverings, blood vessels, and all effector tissue, such as muscle.
What is Brain Stem Stroke?
A brain stem stroke occurs when there is a blockage obstructing the flow of blood to the brain stem ‒ the base of the brain that is connected to the spinal cord. A brain stem stroke can be due to…
What is Transient Ischemic Attack?
A transient ischemic attack (TIA), sometimes called a mini-stroke, is a sudden, short-lived neurological condition. It is caused by a small, temporary blockage in one of the blood vessels that carry blood to the brain. Common signs and symptoms of…
What is Hemorrhagic Stroke?
A stroke occurs when the normal flow of blood to the brain is interrupted, causing it to be starved of oxygen. If this is caused by a blood vessel bursting in or around the brain, it is known as a…
What is Post-Concussion Syndrome (PCS)?
Post-concussion syndrome (PCS), also known as a postconcussion syndrome, post-concussive syndrome, and persistent post-concussive syndrome, is a common complication of concussion. Post-concussive symptoms are typically similar to those of the initial concussion but last longer than usual. A concussion is…
What is Subarachnoid Hemorrhage?
Subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) is a type of stroke, or more specifically brain hemorrhage, in which there is bleeding on the surface of the brain. The bleeding occurs in a space between the layers of tissues that cover the brain, in…
What is Restless Legs Syndrome?
Restless legs syndrome (RLS), also known as Willis-Ekbom disease, is a chronic condition that causes strong, unpleasant feelings in the legs, resulting in an overwhelming need to move them. Moving the legs relieves the unpleasant sensations.[1][2][3] RLS is considered a…
What is Essential Tremor?
Essential tremor Essential tremor is a neurological condition causing involuntary shaking or jerking. The hands and arms are the body parts most often affected by critical tremor, but the movements can sometimes involve the rest of the body and its…