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Alzheimer's Disease National Institute of Neurological Disorders …

WEBAlzheimer’s disease (AD) is a neurological disorder that involves irreversible worsening changes in the ability to think and remember. It is the most common cause of …

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URL: https://www.ninds.nih.gov/health-information/disorders/alzheimers-disease

Stroke National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke

WEBEvery second counts. Stroke is a medical emergency. About 80% are ischemic stokes, which cut off blood to the brain. The rest are hemorrhagic strokes, caused by bleeding in …

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Neurofibromatosis

WEBNeurofibromatosis is not a single medical disorder. It refers to three different conditions involving the development of tumors that may affect the brain, spinal cord, …

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Headache National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke

WEBHeadache is the most common form of pain and a major reason cited for days missed at work or school as well as visits to the doctor. Headaches can range in …

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NINDS Core Facilities and Research Resources

WEBThe Bioinformatics Core Facility consists of both Bioinformatics Scientist-staff and Bioinformatics Programmer-staff. Its mission is to collaboratively assist NINDS …

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Multiple Sclerosis National Institute of Neurological Disorders …

WEBMultiple sclerosis (MS) is the most common disabling neurological disease of young adults with symptom onset generally occurring between the ages of 20 to 40 …

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Mitochondrial Disorders National Institute of Neurological …

WEBMitochondrial disorders are caused by defects in mitochondria, which are energy factories found inside almost all the cells in the body. There are many types of …

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Motor Neuron Diseases National Institute of Neurological …

WEBMotor neuron diseases (MNDs) are a group of progressive neurological disorders that destroy motor neurons, the cells that control skeletal muscle activity such …

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NIH Stroke Scale

WEBAssess risk by using the NIH Stroke Scale. Developed through research supported by NINDS, the widely used NIH Stroke Scale helps health care providers …

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Signs and Symptoms National Institute of Neurological Disorders …

WEBStroke Signs Are Often Missed. A person having a stroke may not realize they’re having a stroke, or may ignore the signs. The stroke itself can also make the …

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Autism Spectrum Disorder National Institute of Neurological …

WEBAutism spectrum disorder (ASD) refers to a group of complex neurodevelopment disorders caused by differences in the brain that affect …

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Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy National Institute of …

WEBHypoxic ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) is an umbrella term for a brain injury that happens before, during, or shortly after birth when oxygen or blood flow to the brain …

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Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) National Institute of Neurological

WEBA traumatic brain injury (TBI) refers to a brain injury that is caused by an outside force. TBI can be caused by a forceful bump, blow, or jolt to the head or body, or …

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Brain Basics: Understanding Sleep National Institute of …

WEBThe hypothalamus, a peanut-sized structure deep inside the brain, contains groups of nerve cells that act as control centers affecting sleep and arousal. Within the …

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All Disorders National Institute of Neurological Disorders and …

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Stiff-Person Syndrome National Institute of Neurological …

WEBStiff-person syndrome (SPS) is a rare, progressive neurological disorder. Symptoms may include stiff muscles in the trunk (torso), arms, and legs; and greater …

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