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Neurofibromatosis Type 2 Causes and Diagnosis

Neurofibromatosis type 2 is a genetic disorder characterized by the growth of benign tumors along nerves.

25 Jun 2014

Neurofibromatosis Type 2

Neurofibromatosis type 2 is the less common form of neurofibromatosis.

25 Jun 2014

The treatment approach to frozen shoulder depends on the stage of the condition and how severe the symptoms are. The majority of sufferers find that the pain and stiffness gradually resolves over a period of a couple of years. However, for some people, the condition persists and does not improve for 5 years or longer.

3 Jun 2014

Frozen Shoulder Diagnosis

A diagnosis of frozen shoulder is usually based on the classic symptoms of pain and stiffness in the shoulder.

3 Jun 2014

Frozen Shoulder Causes

Frozen shoulder is caused by inflammation of the tissue that surrounds the shoulder joint. This tissue, which is usually flexible, starts to thicken and limit the range of movement in the shoulder. In more severe cases, movement in the shoulder may be restricted altogether. Medical terms for frozen shoulder are “adhesive capsulitis” and “shoulder contracture”.

3 Jun 2014

Frozen Shoulder Symptoms

The main symptoms of frozen shoulder are pain, stiffness and restricted movement in the shoulder. These symptoms may be mild or they may be severe enough to affect a person’s ability to carry out day-to-day activities such as driving and dressing. Medical terms for frozen shoulder include adhesive capsulitis and shoulder contracture.

3 Jun 2014

Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis)

Frozen shoulder is a condition that causes pain in the shoulder, restricting movement and eventually causing the joint to stiffen up. In severe cases, movement of the shoulder may be completely restricted. Frozen shoulder is also called adhesive capsulitis or shoulder contracture.

3 Jun 2014

Encephalocele / Cranium Bifidum

Also known of as cranium bifidum, encephalocele describes a rare defect where a baby’s skull does not close properly during development.

26 May 2014

What is Encephalitis lethargica?

Encephalitis lethargica is an unusual form of encephalitis, also known of as “sleepy sickness.” The condition was first defined in 1917 by Constantin von Economo, a neurologist who described the classic symptoms of speechlessness and loss of motion that the condition causes.

26 May 2014

Cerebral Hypoxia

Cerebral hypoxia refers to a reduced supply of oxygen to the brain. Prolonged cerebral hypoxia eventually causes nerves in the brain to die, leading to hypoxic brain injury. When the oxygen supply to the brain is cut off completely, the condition is referred to as cerebral anoxia.

22 May 2014

Hyponatremia Diagnosis and Tests

The diagnosis of hyponatremia involves assessing levels of sodium in the blood. A healthy sodium level is between 135 and 145 mmol/l and a person is considered to be hyponatremic if the level falls to below 135 mmol/l. The hyponatremia is considered severe if this level falls to below 125 mmol/l.

21 May 2014

Hyponatremia Treatment

The treatment of hyponatremia is aimed at addressing the underlying cause of the condition and replenishing the blood sodium levels, without causing the blood to become too dilute.

21 May 2014

Dyslexia Management

There are a range of educational programmes and interventions available to help improve reading and spelling ability among children with dyslexia. The extent to which a child benefits from early intervention depends on several factors including their age and the severity of their condition. Similarly, the type and intensity of the intervention depends on the severity of their dyslexia.

19 May 2014

Hyponatremia Complications

Hyponatremia or a low blood sodium level is associated with several complications. In cases of chronic or long-term hyponatremia, the level of sodium in the blood drops gradually over days or weeks symptoms may therefore develop gradually and be of moderate severity.

14 May 2014

Hyponatremia Prevention

Hyponatremia or a low blood sodium level can sometimes be corrected before it causes complications. The condition can also be prevented altogether by following certain preventive measures.

14 May 2014

Vasculitic Neuropathy - Inflammation of the Vasculature

Vasculitis refers to inflammation of the vasculature. This inflammation can lead to blockage of the blood vessels that then deprives various organs and tissues of vital blood supply.

7 May 2014

Neuronal Migration Disorder

Neuronal migration disorder refers to a group of disorders that arise from the abnormal migration of nerve cells during embryonic development. If the migration of neuroblasts is disturbed during neurogenesis, neural circuits do not form properly in the correct parts of the brain. This is referred to as cerebral dysgenesis.

7 May 2014

Multiple-System Atrophy (MSA)

Multiple-system atrophy (MSA) is a progressive neurological condition in which specific areas of the brain undergo neural degeneration.

7 May 2014

Neuromyelitis optica (NMO) - Devic's Disease / Syndrome

Neuromyelitis optica is a condition that involves loss of the myelin sheath (demyelination) that surrounds the optic nerve and spinal cord. The condition is also referred to as Devic's disease / syndrome. This is a rare disorder that resembles multiple sclerosis. Some also consider it to be a variant of acute disseminated encephalomyelitis.

7 May 2014

What is Hepatic Encephalopathy?

Hepatic encephalopathy refers to the neurological symptoms that can occur as a result of liver failure. In the advanced stages, hepatic encephalopathy is referred to as hepatic coma and can eventually lead to death.

7 May 2014