Nervous system
Alzheimer's DiseaseLoss of recent memory with a complaint of forgetfulness is the most common presenting symptoms. Loss of interest in life and personality change, sometimes with antisocial and disinhibited behaviour, are also common early symptoms. Dysphasia, dyslexia, dys |
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Cerebral PalsyMuch progress has been made in the treatment and management of children and adults who have cerebral palsy. A person who has cerebral palsy may have some difficulty controlling movements because of injury or damage to the brain. Some may also have additio |
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Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (Subacute Spongiform Encephalopathy)The disease occurs throughout the world, but little is known about its mode of transmission. Recently, there has been speculation about a potential association with mad cows disease |
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DementiaDementia can be broadly defined as a persistent, and usually progressive, deterioration of intellect, behaviour and personality. The process is not necessarily irreversible. Distinction must be made from acute or subacute confusional states (delirium) whi |
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HeadacheHeadache is a common and frequently recurrent disorder that can seriously disrupt a person's life. Headache pain may be generalized (all over) or localized (in one area) and may range from mild to severe. Some headaches have a known cause while others, li |
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HeadachesHeadaches are often part and parcel of colds, flu and other winter ills and many all-in-one cold medicines contain a pain relief ingredient. However, there are times when your headache has another cause. As well as relieving the pain, it's worth thinking |
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InsomniaNothing equips you to face the day quite like a good night's sleep. And although different people need different amounts of sleep, a restful sleep is necessary to remain healthy. If you can't fall asleep, can't stay asleep or can't get enough restful slee |
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MeningitisThe most common causes of meningitis are bacterial infections that start in other parts of the body and spread to the brain or spinal cord via the bloodstream. Meningitis is also caused by viruses, chemical irritation, or tumors. |
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