Neuroscience

Cerebral atrophy is a condition where there is loss of brain cells. Loss of brain cells may happen for the entire brain or part of it. Cerebral atrophy is evident as decrease in brain mass, and loss of neurological function. Cerebral atrophy may cause seizures,...

Traumatic brain injury happens when a bump, blow, jolt, or other head injury causes damage to the brain. Brain injury or traumatic brain injury is caused by brain dysfunction following an external force or violent blow. Brain injury may also occur when a foreign...

Multiple sclerosis is a disabling disease of the brain and spinal cord. The myelin or protective cover of the nerves is affected, resulting in communication problems between the brain and the rest of the body. Multiple sclerosis may result in permanent nerve damage...

A condition of abnormal passageways between arteries and veins Dural arteriovenous fistulas (DAVF) refers to abnormal passageways between arteries and veins (arteriovenous fistulas), which usually occurs in the brain and the spinal cord areas. As understood, the...

Brain aneurysm is a condition of the blood vessels in the brain. It appears as though berries are hanging on the stem. Brain aneurysm may lead to rapture and bleeding of the blood vessels causing hemorrhagic stroke. This condition requires urgent attention, as it is...

Loss of memory and retarded mental function Alzheimer's is a condition marked by loss of memory and retarded mental function. People with alzheimer's develop forgetfulness, and undergo dramatic personality changes. Alzheimer is the leading cause of dementia, which is...