Neurological Disorders

Ganser syndrome is a rare mental disorder where a person acts as if they have a physical or mental illness when they are not really sick. This condition is sometimes referred [...]

Prolactinoma is a benign tumor that grows on the pituitary gland, a small gland located at the base of the brain. This tumor causes the pituitary gland to produce excessive [...]

Torticollis, also known as wryneck or loxia, is a condition that affects the neck muscles, causing the head to tilt to one side. It can occur in infants, children, and [...]

An acoustic neuroma, also known as a vestibular schwannoma, is a noncancerous growth that develops on the eighth cranial nerve, which connects the inner ear to the brain. [...]

Breath-holding spells, also known as breath-holding attacks, can be a scary experience for parents when their young child suddenly stops breathing, turns blue or pale, and [...]

Meningioma is a type of tumor that develops on the protective membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord, known as meninges. While most meningiomas are benign [...]

If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with kidney failure, your doctor may have mentioned dialysis as a treatment option. Dialysis is a life-saving procedure that takes [...]

Leukodystrophy is a term that encompasses a group of rare genetic disorders affecting the central nervous system. These disorders cause abnormal development or destruction of [...]

If you're planning a trip to the mountains for skiing, hiking, or sightseeing, it's important to be aware of a condition called altitude headache. This is a common [...]

Tension headaches, also known as stress headaches, are the most common type of headache experienced by adults. These headaches cause a dull pain or pressure that can feel [...]