What is Ulnar Nerve Compression at the Elbow?
In this article you will learn the description, diagnosis, and treatment of ulnar nerve compression of the elbow. You will also learn the about the …
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A Guide to Understanding Gender Reassignment Surgery
Gender reassignment surgery is a procedure in which a person’s genitals are modified so that they conform to the sex that the person feels himself or …
Continue ReadingCauses of Nerve Deafness or Hearing Loss Due to Auditory Nerve Problems
Causes of nerve deafness include a defect in the auditory or vestibulocochlear nerve or the cochlear organ in the inner ear. Nerve deafness that …
Continue ReadingOptic Nerve Anatomy Includes a Meninges Sheath and Extends to the Chiasma and Optic Tract
The optic nerve lies completely within the central nervous system and is the second cranial nerve (CN II). Optic nerve anatomy is similar to brain …
Continue ReadingCauses and Effects of Optic Nerve Damage
The optic nerve carries electrical impulses from the retina to the visual cortex in the brain where they are interpreted. Damage can be direct …
Continue ReadingLearn About Amyloidosis: Survival Rate, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment
Amyloidosis is a rare condition that many people do not know about. To learn more about the amyloidosis survival rate and other aspects of this …
Continue ReadingTips on Treating Hornet Stings
Most insect bites and stings are irritating, and some are painful – but hornet stings in particular can really hurt! Read this article to learn how to …
Continue ReadingWhat are the Common Complications of Surgery?
All surgical procedures have potential complications that can increase the risks of a negative outcome. This article outlines the common complications …
Continue ReadingOptic Nerve Hypoplasia - Symptoms and Diagnosis for the Disorder
Optic nerve hypoplasia, otherwise known as septooptic dyplasia or de Morsier syndrome, is a disorder that most commonly impacts children. The …
Continue ReadingCervical Vertebrae and Associated Nerves: Anatomy and Function
The spine consists of cervical, thoracic, lumbar, and sacral vertebra, along with the coccyx. The cervical vertebrae and associated nerves are located …
Continue ReadingLearn About the 12 Cranial Nerves and Their Functions
The 12 cranial nerves control some of the most important functions of the body. In addition, these nerves allow us to feel pain, indicating when there …
Continue ReadingUlnar Nerve Surgery of the Elbow
Ulnar nerve surgery is performed to release the entrapment of a nerve in the elbow. Learn about the ulnar nerve and why it is important for you not …
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