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Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms
Find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of multiple sclerosis symptoms including medical reference, news, pictures, videos, and more.
What Is C5/C6 Nerve Damage?
The C5/C6 nerves are located around the fifth and sixth cervical vertebrae of the neck, closer to the spinal cord. There are seven cervical vertebrae and eight cervical nerves in the body. These nerves can be pinched or compressed at times from various ailments or injuries.
Ezogabine: A New Drug for Seizure Control
Dr. Andrew Wilner discusses the FDA's approval of ezogabine for partial seizure control. What role will the drug play in clinical practice?
Mitochondrial Disorders Affecting the Nervous System
This review focuses on primary genetic mitochondrial diseases that affect the nervous system, discussing their pathophysiology, classical phenotypes, diagnosis, and treatment.
Mediterranean Diet Improves Cognition
The Mediterranean diet has been shown to have a beneficial effect on cardiovascular health. Is there a similar beneficial impact on cognitive function?
Fears of Hepatitis Vaccine/Multiple Sclerosis Link Unfounded
In 1901, bands of physicians roamed the streets of Boston, vaccinating "all who were willing and not too ill" against smallpox.
Abnormalities of the DNA Methylation Mark and Its Machinery
This review summarizes recent developments in identifying the pathogenesis of disorders of DNA methylation, and spotlights some novel therapeutic opportunities, such as topoisomerase inhibitors.
Alzheimer's Disease Stages
WebMD explains what you can expect as your loved one with Alzheimer's moves through the different stages of the disease.
Occipital Neuralgia Cervical Facet Syndrome
Occipital neuralgia is a type of a headache that becomes worse with movement. It is often centered toward the back of the eyes, but is generally difficult to distinguish from other types of headaches. The primary nerves involved include the posterior occiput. Pain from occipital neuralgia cervical f
Playing Video Game May Boost MS Patients' Balance: Study
Research suggests regular use of Wii accessory might rewire the brain
Differential Diagnosis of Huntington's Disease-like Syndromes
Many neurodegenerative diseases may mimic Huntington's disease. What specific red flags can help to narrow the field of possible diagnoses when the patient tests negative for HD?
Biomarkers for Alzheimer's Disease
A biomarker for AD would be useful both for clinical trials and clinical practice. Do CSF levels of amyloid-beta peptide and tau protein fill the bill?
How to Talk to Your Child About ADHD
WebMD offers tips for parents of children who have ADHD on how to talk to their child about ADHD in a supportive, encouraging way.
MS and Your Social Life
WebMD has tips to let people with MS enjoy a full and satisfying social life.
Cost Effectiveness of Donepezil in Alzheimer's Disease
This analysis evaluates the cost-effectiveness of donepezil versus other Alzheimer's disease treatments in Germany by considering changes in cognition, behavior and function.
Nutrition May Help Treat Traumatic Brain Injury
For service members wounded on the battlefield, nutrition appears to play a vital role in improving the outcome of traumatic brain injury, especially if it is administered soon after the injury occurs.
Vertebral Artery Origin Stenosis With Acute Thrombus
The authors discuss the use of vertebral artery origin angioplasty and stenting in a patient with acute symptoms due to vertebral artery origin stenosis complicated by an acute thrombus.
Deep Brain Stimulation Between 1947 and 1987: The Untold Story
The origins of deep brain stimulation are explored with an eye toward the future.