Brain and Nervous System
A healthy brain and nervous system regulate your body functions so
you can have full command over your senses, muscles, and
intelligence. Despite the amazing capacities of the human brain and
nerves, they are vulnerable to damage just like every... More
A healthy brain and nervous system regulate your body functions so you can have full command over your senses, muscles, and intelligence. Despite the amazing capacities of the human brain and nerves, they are vulnerable to damage just like every other part of our bodies.
Strokes, concussions, Alzheimers and many other brain problems affect about 50 million Americans. The multitude of brain injuries and illnesses strike different people based on the risk factors of their genetics, age and lifestyle. The severity of impairment and the availability of treatment vary widely.
Knowledge of brain and nerve health has advanced rapidly in recent decades. Many new treatments and medicines are available to treat various disorders. Still, the best thing for your brain is to keep it physically and mentally active while eating nutritious food and getting plenty of social interaction. Less
Recently Answered
- Q How can viral meningitis be prevented?
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Clean surfaces with soap and water. Disinfect with a solution that has water and chlorine-containing bleach. Completely heat chilled foods before you eat or serve them. Discard tissue after you wipe or blow your nose. Wash your hands often with... More
- Q How is viral meningitis treated?
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Fever medicine: This medicine lowers your temperature. Common medicines used to lower temperature include acetaminophen and ibuprofen. Anticonvulsant medicine: This medicine is given to control seizures. Take this medicine exactly as directed. Rest: You... More
- Q What causes viral meningitis?
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Viral meningitis is caused by viruses found in sputum (spit), blood, nose drainage and bowel movements. The virus is spread from an infected person to another by coughing, kissing or sharing food or drinks. You may also get a type of viral... More
- Q What is viral meningitis?
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Viral meningitis is inflammation of the lining that surrounds and protects your brain and spinal cord. The inflammation is caused by a viral infection and can be life-threatening. Viral meningitis is also called aseptic meningitis. More
- Q When should I call my doctor if I have meningitis?
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Call 911 or other emergency services immediately if: You or your child has symptoms of severe meningitis, such as fever, seizures and confusion. Your baby has signs of severe meningitis such as trouble breathing or fever with a bulging soft spot on... More
- Q Will a person have syncope all his or her life?
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The prognosis for recovery is excellent in neurocardiogenic syncope. Most patients show spontaneous recovery of their syncope and presyncope in the first year after onset. Five percent to 10 percent, will, however, continue to show symptoms over an... More
