Diseases of the nervous system (neurology)

Current understanding of idiopathic inflammatory polyneuropathies

Currently, about 100 types of polyneuropathies are considered in medical practice. Idiopathic inflammatory polyneuropathies are rare forms of polyneuropathies, so it is very important to know these forms, be able to diagnose them correctly and, most importantly, quickly and adequately treat them, since these diseases in most cases have a progressive course, invariably leading to disability, and in some cases to death.

Correction of cognitive impairment in patients with cerebral vascular disorders

According to epidemiological data, 4-6% of patients who have suffered a stroke develop dementia in the following six months. After 5 years, this figure increases to 20-25%. Moderate cognitive impairment or mild dementia are even more common.

Pathopsychologic features and organic psychiatric disorders in Parkinson's disease

The features of the emotional-need sphere, the severity of personality traits, and types of attitudes toward the disease in patients with Parkinson's disease and mental disorders were analyzed.

Radiculitis

Radiculitis, or in other words, radicular syndrome, is one of the manifestations of osteochondrosis: degenerative changes occur in the intervertebral discs, causing the fibrous ring to rupture and a hernia to form.

Intercostal neuralgia

Intercostal neuralgia is a fairly strong pain sensation in the area of the intercostal nerve, which is subject to pressure.

Headache after a lumbar puncture.

Headache may result from a decrease in CSF volume and pressure following a lumbar puncture or as a result of cerebrospinal fluid leakage.

Brain abscess

A brain abscess is a disease characterized by the accumulation of purulent masses in the brain tissue. A brain abscess is characterized by headaches, lethargy, and fever.

Neurocysticercosis

Among the inhabitants of the Western Hemisphere, of all 20 potential pathogens of parasitic invasions of the central nervous system, the pork tapeworm Taenia solium, which causes neurocysticercosis, is undoubtedly the leader.

Subdural empyema

Subdural empyema is a collection of pus between the dura mater and arachnoid membrane of the brain. The disease is accompanied by an increase in body temperature, lethargy, focal neurological symptoms and seizures.

Fatal familial insomnia

Fatal familial insomnia is a common inherited prion disorder that causes sleep disturbances, movement disorders, and death.