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Neurology

Neurology is a branch of medicine dealing with disorders and diseases of the central nervous system.

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What are the endpoints for the continuums?

Continuum can be a type of false awakening that follows a dream during sleep. In a continuum, the subject falls asleep in real life, but in the dream following, the brain simulates the subject as though they were still awake. At times the individual can perform actions unknowingly.

What does bio-neurological mean?

the connnection between two able minds and naturallty adapapted male and female bodily functionalities

What kind of tablet is placida?

Placida is an anti-depressant drug. It is also used to treat panic and anxiety disorders where one get the feeling of doom lurking during the attack.

What neurological disorder causes fingers to twitch and dropping things?

There are several, but the most commonly known is Parkinson's Disease.

What type of certification is need to be a neurologist?

You need to have a 4-year medical degree & then at least 2 years of research/ residency training to train in your specific field.

How can an osteopath be board certified in neurology?

The U.S. trained osteopath can become a board certified neurologist after several years of training. 1st the D.O. had to pass college, the MCAT, and medical school. Then this D.O. would have to be accepted into a Neurology residency program and then go to residency and then pass the Neurology boards. If the DO do this, then the DO will be able to call itself a board-certified neurologist.

Most D.O. neurologists just wanted to become neurologist and med school was just a means to an end. All US trained DO neurologists wish that the DO degree would change to MD or MD,DO. No DO neurologists do manipulation, so they would rather have the MD title. The very old stubborn dumb DOs in the AOA tightly control the title DO and don't want change so nothing ever changes.

What is the disadvantage of synapses?

There are no disadvantages of synapses that I am aware of, but without synapses you would die.

This is wrong... there are many disadvantages of synapses... Drugs such as cocaine, speed, crystal meth and so on increase the production of noradrenalin (a neurotransmitter) causing increased alertness, heightened emotions, high blood pressure, irritability and later depression and insomnia...

to me this is a disadvantage...

there are some more... i got it from my year 9 science text book

What are the symptoms of focal neurological defects?

Symptoms of focal neurological defects may include numbness, tingling, blind spots or other visual disturbance, weakness, facial drooping, or difficulty speaking.

Should I go Neurology Doctor for my low back pain?

This is strictly a personal opinion. I would consult an osteopathic physician (DO) -- NOT a chiropractor (DC) -- first, and then have her refer me as needed.

What is the best pre medical college for my speciality?

Neurology requires many years of specialization and training. Some of the best medical schools in the country include Washington University in MO and Johns Hopkins University. These have some of the higher neurology program placement rates in the country.

What does neurology means?

Neurological means the study of the nervous system. The branch of mediance that deals with the structure and function of the nervous system and

What are common medications used on a neurology unit?

Common medications used on a neurology unit include antiepileptics such as levetiracetam and phenytoin for seizure management, anticoagulants like warfarin and dabigatran for stroke prevention, and medications for migraine relief such as triptans. Additionally, patients may receive neuroprotective agents like edaravone for neurodegenerative diseases and muscle relaxants such as baclofen for spasticity. Pain management may involve opioids or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) as well.

Can bells palsy make you feel tired?

No, it merely affects the trigeminal and/or facial nerve of the face.

Neurologic deficit?

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A neurologic deficit is a functional abnormality of a body area due to a decrease in the function of the brain, spinal cord, muscles, or nerves.

Examples include inability to speak, decreased sensation, loss of balance, weakness, mental function problems, visual changes, abnormal reflexes, and walking problems.

See also: Focal neurologic deficits

Does the study of neurology include brain and spinal cord?

Yes, but it also includes the peripheral nerves that come off of the spinal cord and their relationship with the muscles in the body.

Inflammation from bells palsy around mouth area?

Unlikely; Bell's Palsy does not cause inflammation, merely nerve damage leading to partial facial paralysis on one side; however, with the paralysis, the mouth, cheek, and/or eye can appear "inflammed" due to its droopy or "lazy" appearance.