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… On this page What is postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS)? POTS is part of a group of disorders that feature orthostatic intolerance. … used to treat myasthenia gravis , a disease that causes muscle weakness. It helps improve muscle strength by …
… that slides into a narrow, doughnut-shaped chamber. A sound system built into the chamber allows the person to … measure the electrical signals to the brain generated by sound, touch, or sight. Evoked potentials test sight and … are delivered one at a time to one ear while a masking sound is sent to the other ear. Each ear is usually tested …
… On this page What is Huntington's disease? Huntington's disease (HD) is an inherited disorder … 35) are not likely to develop the disease, but they could still pass it on to future generations. People with HD may …
… Neurofibromatosis (NF) refers to a group of genetic conditions involving the development of tumors that may affect the brain, spinal … that send signals between the brain and spinal cord and all other parts of the body. Most tumors are non-cancerous …
… are coming to Washington, DC for the annual meeting of the Society for Neuroscience (SfN). The meeting is the largest scientific conference on brain and nervous system research, and I am looking forward to … the word about important open positions within our own institute. For those attending the meeting, please come by …
… and gets worse over time. Without surgery, most people with the condition will have multiple strokes that can cause … are more likely to get moyamoya disease than others. For example, women are more likely to have moyamoya disease … disease, such as being exposed to radiation to the head and neck. They may also ask whether any family members …
… sensitivity to noise, touch, and emotional distress, which can set off muscle spasms Scientists believe SPS can range from just one area of a person’s body to a … growth. In many patients, the immune response can cause nervous system damage that is worse than the damage …
… trials. There is also a section on translational research, which includes preclinical discovery and development of new …
… disorder that causes paralysis or weakness on one side of the face. It occurs when one of the nerves that controls … from one side of the mouth Difficulty closing one eyelid, which causes eye dryness Most often these symptoms lead to …
… On this page What is syringomyelia? Syringomyelia is a neurological disorder in which a fluid-filled cyst (syrinx) … your medical history, perform a physical exam focusing on neurological function, and order imaging of the spine or … factors in Chiari I malformation. Genetics and birth disorders Studies are underway to better understand the role …