Nervous System Articles A-Z
The exact causes of acoustic neuroma are unknown. However, certain risk factors may make a person more likely to develop this condition. This eMedTV article explores the possible causes of acoustic neuroma and provides links to related articles.
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 of Bell's palsy, such as viral meningitis and herpes simplex.
Causes of seizures include head injury, fever, and medical conditions such as brain tumors. This eMedTV article explores these and other things that can cause seizures, including developmental problems and chemical imbalances.
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 overview of the possible causes of spina bifida.
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.
The causes of Tay-Sachs disease are associated with a mutation of the HEXA gene located on chromosome 15. This eMedTV segment discusses these causes in more detail, explaining how they affect the body and how the HEXA gene is inherited.
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.
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 cell phone health risks are actually due to the increased risk of car accidents.
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
This eMedTV article provides an in-depth look at complex regional pain syndrome -- a chronic pain condition that may be the result of problems in the central or peripheral nervous systems. Symptoms and treatment options are also discussed.
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Pain
The main symptom of complex regional pain syndrome is 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.
As this eMedTV segment explains, there is no cure for spina bifida. 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 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 it works, dosing guidelines, possible side effects, and more.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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 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.
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 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 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.
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 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.