When a young child is sick with a fever, parents are naturally worried. And when their child's arms and legs begin to shake due to a febrile seizure it can be downright terrifying.
Myasthenia gravis is a disease of the central nervous system characterized by sporadic muscular fatigue and weakness. This video explores possible causes of this disease, as well as available treatments.
Cluster headaches are uncommon, but when they occur, they bring on severe head pain. This video discusses the possible causes of this type of headache and recommended treatments.
A concussion is an injury to the brain caused by a blow to the head, or by striking the head on another object. It may result in loss of consciousness or confusion, but the effects usually resolve in a few hours or days. This video explains what happens during a concussion, how it should be treated, and what preventive steps to take.
Types of Muscular Dystrophy and Neuromuscular Diseases
Muscular dystrophy is a group of inherited diseases that are characterized by weakness and wasting away of muscle tissue, with or without the breakdown of nerve tissue. Learn more about the types of muscular dystrophy and other types of neuromuscular diseases.