Neurological Conditions
Neurological conditions can be serious, and in this section, we'll answer your questions about them.
Neurological conditions can be serious, and in this section, we'll answer your questions about them. Less
What causes a coma and does anyone recover from one?
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There are quite a few things that can cause a coma. Lack of oxygen is a common reason a person...
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What are the symptoms of narcolepsy?
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Narcolepsy, a neurological condition primarily characterized by excessive daytime sleepiness, comes...
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What happens when a stroke patient arrives at the hospital?
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When doctors see someone who thinks he's just had a stroke, the first thing they need to do is...
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Do genetics play a role in narcolepsy?
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Yes, research indicates that genetics do play a role in narcolepsy in dogs, mice and humans....
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What are hypocretin peptides and how are they related to narcolepsy?
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Hypocretin peptides, also known as orexins, are neurotransmitters that regulate activity in the...
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Is there a cure for Alzheimer's disease?
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TRANSCRIPT: I think what we're seeing is that once this pathology in Alzheimer's begins, it...
Rudy Tanzi PhD
Joseph P. and Rose F. Kennedy Professor of Neurology, Harvard Medical School/Massachusetts General Hospital
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What causes alien hand syndrome?
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One of the more classic comedic moments on screen occurs when Peter Sellers' character in "Dr....
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