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We found about 374 results for Nervous System Disorders
  1. Brain and NervousSystem Includes info on dizziness, lightheadedness, and vertigo. Also has links to multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, and Alzheimer's disease as well as information on diabetic neuropathy and seizures.
  2. Nervous System Problems Briefly discusses what happens when diseases or injuries affect the nervoussystem. Covers emergency symptoms like loss of consciousness, seizures, and confusion or behavior changes. Offers interactive tool to help decide when to seek care. Also offers home treatment tips.
  3. Nervous System Problems Caused by Medicines
  4. Adult Central NervousSystem Tumors Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Patient Information [NCI]
  5. Childhood Central NervousSystem Germ Cell Tumors Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Patient Information [NCI]
  6. Childhood Medulloblastoma and Other Central NervousSystem Embryonal Tumors Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Patient Information [NCI]
  7. Childhood Central NervousSystem Atypical Teratoid/Rhabdoid Tumor Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Patient Information [NCI]
  8. Peripheral Neuropathy
  9. Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Learn about fetal alcohol spectrum disorder, including the effects, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.
  10. Sensory Processing Disorder
  11. Neurosyphilis
  12. Bipolar Disorder Looks at illness that causes extreme mood swings, ranging from mania (feeling overly energetic) to depression. Also called manic-depressive disorder. Covers treatment with counseling and medicines like mood stabilizers, antipsychotics, and antidepressants.
  13. Social Anxiety Disorder
  14. Periodic Limb Movement Disorder
  15. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Discusses autism, an autism spectrum disorder (once known as a pervasive developmental disorder). Looks at signs of autism, including problems talking or repetitive behaviors. Covers behavioral and physical exams used to diagnose autism. Covers treatment options.
  16. Bipolar Disorder in Children and Teens Discusses symptoms of bipolar disorder in children and teens. Covers frequent and extreme mood swings ranging from being overly energetic to depression. Covers treatment with counseling and medicines.
  17. Myths About Tourette's Disorder
  18. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Discusses attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), which in the past was called attention deficit disorder (ADD). Covers symptoms including inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity. Discusses treatment with medicines like Ritalin, and behavior therapy.
  19. Tourette's Disorder: Tic Triggers
  20. Alcohol Use Disorder
  21. Bipolar Disorder: Hypomanic Episodes
  22. Bipolar Disorder in Children: Other Health Problems That May Occur
  23. Bipolar Disorder in Children: School Issues
  24. Bipolar Disorder: Preventing Manic Episodes This article discusses steps you can take to help prevent a manic episode. Covers learning about the early warning signs of a manic episode.
  25. Neurological Examination for Multiple Sclerosis
  26. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: Should I Take Medicine for OCD? Guides through decision to take medicine to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Explains symptoms of OCD. Describes most common types of medicines used and other treatments. Covers benefits and risks. Includes an interactive tool to help you decide.
  27. Panic Disorder: Should I Take Medicine? Describes panic disorder and its risks. Discusses types of medicines used to treat panic disorder, as well as reactions to medicines. Covers what to expect if you need them and don't take them. Includes interactive tool to help you make your decision.
  28. Vertigo: Staying Safe When You Have Balance Problems Discusses safety issues for those with vertigo. Offers tips for home and personal safety.
  29. Dizziness: Lightheadedness and Vertigo Briefly discusses symptoms of dizziness, lightheadedness, and vertigo. Covers possible causes, including illnesses, infections, health conditions, and medicines. Offers interactive tool to help decide when to seek care. Also offers home treatment tips.
  30. Autonomic Dysfunction Explains autonomic dysfunction, including what it is, how it's diagnosed, and how it's treated.
  31. Parkinson-Plus Syndromes
  32. Focal Epilepsy
  33. Concussion
  34. Epilepsy Covers different types of epilepsy and its causes. Addresses complications of seizures and lists risk factors. Guides through decision regarding when to call doctor. Covers exams/tests, treatments, medicines, and surgeries. Provides home treatment tips.
  35. Difficulty Swallowing (Dysphagia)
  36. Types of Migraine Headaches
  37. Migraine Headaches Discusses possible causes and symptoms of migraine headaches. Covers common warning signs like auras, nausea, and light sensitivity. Discusses tests used to diagnose migraines. Offers home treatment advice and discusses treatment with medicine.
  38. Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome
  39. Encephalitis This article discusses encephalits and covers the symptoms, how it's diagnosed, and how it's treated.
  40. Insomnia Discusses problems falling asleep or staying asleep. Covers causes such as stress, depression, lack of exercise. Discusses other sleep disorders such as sleep apnea. Covers treatment and includes alternative medicines like melatonin.
  41. Botulism
  42. West Nile Virus
  43. Carotid Artery Disease
  44. Diabetic Autonomic Neuropathy
  45. Stuttering
  46. Essential Tremor
  47. Depression Discusses causes and symptoms like sadness and feelings of helplessness. Covers related illnesses like bipolar disorder and SAD. Looks at treatment with medicines, counseling, and lifestyle choices. Discusses suicidal thoughts and when to call a doctor.
  48. Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
  49. Diabetic Neuropathy Discusses diabetic neuropathy, nerve disease caused by diabetes. Covers the three types: peripheral, autonomic, and focal. Discusses symptoms of each type. Covers diagnostic tests. Includes info on treatment with medicines, physical therapy, and TENS.
  50. Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
  51. Serotonin Syndrome
  52. Guillain-Barré Syndrome
  53. Mad Cow Disease and Variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease
  54. Fainting
  55. Altitude Sickness
  56. Tension Headaches Covers causes and symptoms of tension headaches. Looks at managing headaches with over-the-counter and prescription medicines. Includes stress reduction and getting sleep and exercise. Includes getting treatment for depression or anxiety.
  57. Temporal Lobe Epilepsy
  58. Traumatic Brain Injury
  59. Hyponatremia Learn about the causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention of hyponatremia.
  60. Post-Polio Syndrome
  61. Rabies
  62. Diabetic Atypical Neuropathies
  63. Hyperkalemia Learn about the causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention of hyperkalemia.
  64. Primary CNS Lymphoma Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Patient Information [NCI]
  65. Kernicterus
  66. Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) Discusses transient ischemic attack (TIA), sometimes called a mini-stroke. Covers causes, including blood clot as a result of atherosclerosis. Looks at treatment with medicines, surgery, and lifestyle changes. Discusses prevention steps.
  67. Migraine Headaches in Children Discusses causes, symptoms, medicines, home treatment, triggers, and prevention tips for children's migraine headaches.
  68. Pseudobulbar Affect (PBA)
  69. Acute Flaccid Myelitis
  70. Spinal Cord Injury: Finding a Rehab Center
  71. Ulnar Tunnel Syndrome
  72. Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Covers the four courses of MS: relapsing-remitting, secondary progressive, primary progressive, and progressive relapse. Discusses early and advanced symptoms. Also covers complications. Discusses diagnosis and treatment. Includes info on pregnancy and MS.
  73. Labyrinthitis
  74. Morton's Neuroma
  75. Restless Legs Syndrome
  76. Optic Neuritis
  77. Infantile Spasms (West Syndrome)
  78. Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) Discusses benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV). Distinguishes between dizziness and a feeling of spinning (vertigo). Covers how it is diagnosed. Discusses treatment with head exercises (Epley and Semont maneuvers) and medicines.
  79. Dyslexia
  80. Parkinson's Disease: Other Symptoms
  81. Parkinson's Disease
  82. Spondylolisthesis
  83. Nonfatal Drowning
  84. Brain Aneurysm Briefly discusses brain aneurysm (also called cerebral aneurysm). Covers possible causes, including hardening of the arteries, hypertension, and smoking. Lists symptoms. Discusses treatment with surgery. Links to info on strokes.
  85. Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
  86. Congenital Hydrocephalus
  87. How ADHD Affects Your Child
  88. Vestibular Neuritis
  89. Bell's Palsy
  90. Noise-Induced Hearing Loss
  91. Pudendal Neuralgia
  92. Mental Health Assessment Looks at assessments done to discover problems like depression, schizophrenia, Alzheimer's disease, learning disabilities, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. Covers what is done, including an interview, physical exam, lab tests, and written or verbal tests.
  93. Hypokalemia Learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatment of hypokalemia.
  94. Dementia Discusses causes of dementia, which include strokes, tumors, and Alzheimer's disease. Covers symptoms like memory loss and forgetfulness. Covers how dementia is diagnosed. Looks at treatment options. Covers issues for caregivers.
  95. What Is a TIA? Learn about transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) and what the risks are when you have one.
  96. Lumbar Spondylosis
  97. Learning Disabilities
  98. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Discusses carpal tunnel syndrome, a condition caused by pressure on the median nerve. Covers causes and symptoms such as tingling or numbness in the hand, forearm, or wrist. Discusses what increases your risk. Covers nonsurgical and surgical treatment.
  99. Temporary Confusion or Decreased Alertness
  100. Tourette Syndrome (TS)

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