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What is transverse myelitis?Transverse myelitis is a neurological disorder caused by inflammation of the spinal cord. When the spinal cord gets inflamed, this inflammation can damage the insulating material, called myelin, that covers nerve cell fibers. Myelitis refers to inflammation of the spinal cord.The part of the spinal cord where the damage happens determines which parts of the body are affected. Usually, the body is affected from the site of the damage and below. In people with transverse myelitis,…
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What are birth disorders of the brain and spinal cord?Birth disorders of the brain and spinal cord generally occur during pregnancy and are often present at birth. They are rare and are caused by problems that happen during the development of the brain and spinal cord.Some of these problems occur very early in pregnancy as the brain begins to develop. For example, neural tube defects occur when the neural tube does not form properly. The neural tube forms from a special set of cells; the top of the tube becomes the…
… On this page What is Chiari malformation? Chiari malformation (CM) is a group of disorders that affect how the brain fits inside the spinal canal, the space inside the … and protects the spinal cord. In CM, the lower part of the brain that controls balance—called the cerebellum—pushes …
… of cognitive functioning—the ability to think, remember, or reason—to such an extent that it interferes with a … disease, fragments of a protein called amyloid form abnormal clusters called plaques between brain cells, and a … and mini-strokes. Language or other functions may be impaired, depending on the region of the brain that is …
… a nerve condition that causes pain, swelling, or other symptoms. CMT causes a range of sensory and motor symptoms, including numbness, tingling, pain, muscle weakness … lower legs during the teen years or early adulthood, but symptoms can appear at any age. Over time, the weakness can …
… disorders. Leukodystrophy is not a single disorder. The term refers to genetic diseases that mainly affect the … disease that causes weakness or numbness of the hands and feet ( peripheral neuropathy ). People with ARD lack the enzyme in peroxisomes … refers to genetic diseases that predominantly affect the white matter of the central nervous system (CNS). …
… syndrome (GBS) (pronounced Ghee-yan Bah-ray) is a rare neurological disorder in which a person’s immune system … on Guillain-Barré syndrome? The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke ( NINDS ), a part of the … ), is the nation's leading federal funder of research on neurological disorders. NINDS , the National Institute of …
… shaking or trembling movements in one or more parts of the body, most commonly affecting a person’s hands. It can … typing, eating, shaving, and dressing more difficult. Common symptoms may include: Rhythmic shaking of the hands, arms, … shaking or trembling movements in one or more parts of the body, most commonly affecting a person’s hands. …
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What are spinocerebellar ataxias?Spinocerebellar ataxias (SCAs) are rare disorders that cause problems with movement, coordination, and balance. This loss of muscle control is called ataxia.Many different types of SCA are possible. Some symptoms are common to all SCAs, but some SCAs have unique symptoms. Symptoms of SCAs get worse over time, sometimes slowly and sometimes quickly (within months). People with SCA often live long lives, but some types of SCA can affect how long someone…
… What is Tourette syndrome? Tourette syndrome (TS) is a neurological disorder that may cause sudden unwanted and … updates on Tourette syndrome? The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke ( NINDS ) and other … Tourette syndrome (TS) is a neurological disorder that may cause you to have sudden …