Meningitis

• Meningitis is caused by bacterial and viral infections of the membranes surrounding the spinal cord and brain. Signs of meningitis can appear suddenly and include high fever, persistent headache, nausea and vomiting. Changes in normal behavior like increased fatigue and confusion are also reported. Infants can also contract meningitis and display a fever, irritability, and fatigue. If you or anyone you know experiences any of these symptoms, seek medical attention.
  
  

ADHD

• ADHD stands for Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder and is a neurological behavior disorder. ADHD affects between 3 and 5 percent of children in the U.S. according to National Institute of Neurological Disorders. Sufferers have trouble staying focused on a task and exercising appropriate inhibition. Symptoms of ADHD include excessive talking, leaving projects and tasks unfinished, fidgeting and difficulty paying attention. These symptoms most often appear in childhood but can also be diagnosed in adults.
  
  

Bell's Palsy

• Bell's Palsy is characterized by a temporary paralysis of the face which is typically caused by trauma or damage to the nerves of the face. Bell's palsy is the No. 1 cause of facial paralysis. In rare cases it can affect both sides of the face but it's most often one side caused by a single nerve. Symptoms of Bell's palsy appear suddenly and have usually peaked with 48 hours. These symptoms may include twitching, drooping in a corner of the mouth or an eyelid, and drooling.
  
  

Multiple Sclerosis

• Multiple sclerosis is an unpredictable disease with complications and symptoms that can range from minimal to devastating. The exact cause of MS is unknown but its believed to be caused by the immune system attacking myelin, the body's nerve insulator. Initial symptoms of MS are double and blurred vision, muscle weakness, and poor coordination. In the worst cases, MS causes partial and complete paralysis.
  
  

Epilepsy

• Epilepsy is a disorder that occurs when the nerves of the brain begin firing abnormally. Epilepsy is caused by an disruption in normal neuron activity. Neural activity can be disrupted by numerous things including abnormal nerve pathways in the brain, tumors, meningitis, dementia, and an imbalance of neurotransmitters or chemicals that transport signals to the nerves. This can sometimes cause odd sensations, behavior and emotions. Convulsions, loss of consciousness, and muscle spasms are also symptoms of epilepsy.