Nervous System Articles A-Z

Causes of Acoustic Neuroma

The exact causes of acoustic neuroma are unknown. However, as this eMedTV resource explains, certain risk factors may make a person more likely to develop it. This page describes these risk factors in detail and includes links to more information.

Causes of Bell's Palsy

While the exact causes of Bell's palsy are not known, most researchers believe that a viral infection causes the condition. This eMedTV article explores possible causes, such as viral meningitis and herpes simplex.

Causes of Seizures

Head injury, fever, and medical conditions such as brain tumors are possible causes of seizures. This eMedTV article explores these and other things that can cause seizures, including developmental problems and chemical imbalances.

Causes of Spina Bifida

Genetic, nutritional, and environmental factors may play a role in causing spina bifida. As this part of the eMedTV library explains, however, no one knows the exact cause. This page offers an in-depth look at the risk factors for this condition.

Causes of Spinal Meningitis

The most common causes of spinal meningitis are bacterial or viral infections. This eMedTV article offers an in-depth look at these and other causes of spinal meningitis, such as fungal infections, certain types of cancer, and traumatic head injury.

Causes of Tay-Sachs

As explained in this eMedTV selection, Tay-Sachs is caused by a mutation of the HEXA gene located on chromosome 15. This article discusses these causes in more detail, explaining how they affect the body and how the HEXA gene is inherited.

Causes of Tourette Syndrome

The causes of Tourette syndrome are unclear, but, as this eMedTV page explains, research shows a link to problems with the basal ganglia, frontal lobes, and cortex. Genetics may also be a factor, although it's unclear which genes are involved.

Cell Phone Health Risks

Of the potential cell phone health risks, brain cancer is not one of them. This eMedTV page debunks common myths regarding cell phones and explains how the greatest health risks are due to the increased risk of car accidents while using cell phones.

Complex Regional Pain Syndrome

A person with complex regional pain syndrome has chronic, intense pain. This eMedTV article takes an in-depth look at this condition, including information on its causes, symptoms and treatment options.

Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Pain

Complex regional pain syndrome is characterized by chronic, intense pain that worsens over time. This eMedTV segment describes complex regional pain syndrome pain in detail and lists parts of the body that symptoms typically affect.

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Cure for Spina Bifida

As this eMedTV segment explains, there is no spina bifida cure. However, there are treatments that can prevent and manage complications. This article talks about these treatment options, which include surgery and ongoing medical care.

Depakene

Depakene is a medication used for the treatment of certain types of seizures in people with epilepsy. This eMedTV article discusses the drug in more detail, including information on how it works, dosing guidelines, possible side effects, and more.

Depakene Dosage

Your weight is among the factors affecting your Depakene dosage. As this eMedTV page explains, the starting dose for complex partial seizures is 10 mg to 15 mg per kg daily. Typical doses when treating other types of seizures are also provided.

Depakene Drug Information

Depakene Drug Interactions

Aspirin, warfarin, and rifampin are among the drugs that can potentially interact with Depakene. This eMedTV Web page describes how Depakene drug interactions can alter the levels of some drugs in your blood and increase your risk of side effects.

Depakene Side Effects

Nausea, drowsiness, and headaches are a few of the more common side effects seen with Depakene. This eMedTV article also explores some of the more serious Depakene side effects that you should report to your doctor right away (such as depression).

Depakene Uses

Depakene may be used to control seizures in both adults and children. This eMedTV resource provides information on the types of seizures that the drug can be used to treat, and also lists some off-label Depakene uses (such as preventing migraines).

Depakene Warnings and Precautions

Depakene can potentially interact with certain drugs, and it probably isn't safe to take while pregnant. This eMedTV page lists other Depakene warnings and precautions, such as the safety of stopping the drug suddenly or taking it while nursing.

Diagnosing Huntington's Disease

A doctor diagnosing Huntington's disease often begins with a review of the patient's medical history. This eMedTV article explains the steps involved in making a Huntington's disease diagnosis, which may also include genetic testing.

Diagnosing Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy

This eMedTV page explains the process used when diagnosing reflex sympathetic dystrophy, including a description of common tests. The diagnostic process can be complicated because the symptoms are common and some people improve without treatment.

Diagnosing Syringomyelia

Tests used for diagnosing syringomyelia include imaging tests, lumbar puncture, and myelogram. This part of the eMedTV library talks about these and other tests doctors use to make a syringomyelia diagnosis.

Diagnosing Tay-Sachs

An important part of diagnosing Tay-Sachs is a blood test that measures beta-hexosaminidase A activity. This eMedTV Web page describes this blood test in detail and explains its importance in making a Tay-Sachs diagnosis.

Diazepam For Seizures

Diazepam Rectal Gel

Diazepam rectal gel is a drug that is used during increased seizure activity in adults and children. This eMedTV page offers an overview of the medication, including information on how it works, when it is used, and potential side effects.

Diazepam Rectal Gel Dosing

As this eMedTV Web page explains, the diazepam rectal gel dosing guidelines your healthcare provider will follow are based on several factors, such as your age and weight. This page also offers some suggestions for those taking diazepam rectal gel.

Divalproex ER

Divalproex ER is a prescription drug licensed for treating mania and epilepsy, and for preventing migraines. This eMedTV resource explains how divalproex ER works, describes the effects of the drug, and offers general dosing information.

Divalproex ER Dosing

Divalproex ER dosing for migraine prevention generally starts at 500 mg once daily. This eMedTV article also offers divalproex ER dosage recommendations for the treatment of epilepsy and manic or mixed episodes associated with bipolar disorder.

Divalproex Extended Release

Drug Interactions With Apomorphine

Some drug interactions with apomorphine can increase your risk of dangerous side effects. This eMedTV Web page lists the medications that can negatively interact with apomorphine and describes the complications these interactions may cause.

Drug Interactions With Benztropine

Antipsychotics and pramlintide are among the medicines that may cause drug interactions with benztropine. This eMedTV resource lists other products that may interact with benztropine and explains the potential complications of these drug interactions.

Drug Interactions With Biperiden

Drugs that may interact with biperiden include tricyclic antidepressants and antipsychotic medicines. This eMedTV page lists other medicines that may cause drug interactions with biperiden and describes the possible effects of these interactions.

Drug Interactions With Carbidopa-Levodopa

Drugs that may interact with carbidopa-levodopa include MAOIs, iron, and certain antidepressants. This eMedTV page lists other medicines that may cause drug interactions with carbidopa-levodopa and describes the effects of these interactions.

Drug Interactions With Carbidopa-Levodopa-Entacapone

Phenytoin, cholestyramine, and iron may cause drug interactions with carbidopa-levodopa-entacapone. This eMedTV article explains what may happen if certain medications are taken together with carbidopa-levodopa-entacapone.

Drug Interactions With Diazepam Rectal Gel

This eMedTV page explains that drug interactions with diazepam rectal gel can occur when the medicine is combined with certain other drugs, such as anesthetics, narcotics, or alcohol. This page also covers the problems these interactions can cause.

Drug Interactions With Divalproex ER

When drugs like rifampin or aspirin are taken with divalproex ER, drug interactions may potentially occur. This eMedTV page covers other drugs that may cause drug interactions with divalproex ER, as well as the possible effects of mixing the medicines.