A Better Understanding Of Cranial Nerve Diseases
This article will describe the cranial nerves and cranial nerve diseases. It will give examples of tests your doctor might perform to observe the …
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A Comprehensive Guide to Cataract Eye Surgery
When the lens of your eye becomes cloudy, it means that you have cataracts. Not everyone who has cataracts needs surgery, but for those who do, being …
Continue ReadingBladder Sling Surgery: What It Is, Effectiveness, and Who Is A Good Candidate.
Is bladder sling surgery a good option for dealing with female incontinence? If your physician has recommended this procedure for you, make sure you …
Continue ReadingDetached Retina Surgery
The retina is responsible for converting light into the electrical impulses that can be understood by the brain. The retina can become detached if it …
Continue ReadingDifferent Types of Medications for the Treatment of Nerve Pain
Nerve pain, or neuralgia, occurs as a result of damage to nerves. Medication for nerve pain includes antidepressants, anti-seizure medications, and …
Continue ReadingLearn about Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome and the Symptoms it can Cause
Antiphospholipid antibody syndrome (APS) is an autoimmune disease. It is caused by the immune system mounting an unwanted response against …
Continue ReadingNerve Damage from Surgery
Have you experienced nerve damage from surgery? If so, read on to learn more about the symptoms and what can be done to treat it.
Continue ReadingPinched Sciatic Nerve Symptoms: Causes and Coping Strategies
If you have ever suffered from it, you know exactly what pinched sciatic nerve symptoms feel like. Your pain intensity will vary depending upon the …
Continue ReadingThe Vagus Nerve Disorders: Gastroparesis, Locked-In Syndrome, Aphonia and Dysphagia
One of the cranial nerves, the vagus nerve controls many parts of the body, like digestion and the larynx. Learn about the different types of vagus …
Continue ReadingWhat to Know About Portal Vein Thrombosis (PVT)
Portal vein thrombosis is a potentially deadly condition with very few recognizable symptoms. Learn about this condition in this comprehensive …
Continue ReadingInformation on Optic Nerve Disorders and Vision
The function of the optic nerve is to carry images formed at the retina to the visual cortex where the brain can understand them. If the optic nerve …
Continue ReadingHow Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation Works to Treat Acute and Chronic Pain
Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, or TENS, is a pain relief treatment that delivers mild electrical current to nerves that cause acute or …
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