The brain is the most complex organ in the human body, responsible for controlling our thoughts, movements, and bodily functions. However, it is also vulnerable to a variety of diseases that can affect its structure and function. One such disease…
Brain malaria, also known as cerebral malaria, is a severe and potentially fatal form of malaria caused by the parasite Plasmodium falciparum. This type of malaria affects the brain and can lead to serious neurological complications if left untreated. Malaria…
Alzheimer’s disease, a progressive neurodegenerative disorder, is the most common cause of dementia in older adults. It affects millions of people worldwide and currently has no cure. One of the key features of Alzheimer’s disease is the formation of abnormal…
Brain atrophy, also known as cerebral atrophy, is a condition characterized by the degeneration or shrinkage of brain cells and tissues. This can occur due to various factors such as aging, injury, or diseases like Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s. This degeneration…
Imagine waking up one day and not being able to recognize your loved ones, struggling to remember basic information, experiencing hallucinations and severe mood swings. This is just a glimpse of what individuals with NMDA receptor encephalitis may go through.…
Statins are a widely prescribed medication used to lower cholesterol levels in the body. They work by blocking the enzyme responsible for producing cholesterol, thus reducing the amount of LDL (known as “bad” cholesterol) in the blood. This makes statins…
Alzheimer’s Day is a day dedicated to raising awareness about Alzheimer’s disease, a degenerative brain disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. This day is observed on September 21st every year and it serves as an opportunity to educate the…
HIV dementia, also known as HIV-associated neurocognitive disorder (HAND), is a neurological condition that affects people living with HIV. It is estimated that around 50% of people living with HIV will develop some form of cognitive impairment during their lifetime,…
Normal pressure hydrocephalus, also known as NPH, is a medical condition that affects the brain and spinal cord. It is characterized by an abnormal accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the brain, which leads to an increase in pressure. This…
Dementia praecox is a term that is no longer commonly used in the medical field, but it has had a significant impact on our understanding of mental illness. The term was first coined by German psychiatrist Emil Kraepelin in the…