Nuerological Disorders by Chloe Hincher https://padlet.com/chhin640/adqfgz8u9gx9 By Chloe Hincher en-us 2017-04-07 15:46:20 UTC 2025-12-09 20:23:56 UTC hello@padlet.com Epilepsy chhin640 https://padlet.com/chhin640/adqfgz8u9gx9/wish/165418345 What is it?
Epilepsy is a neurological disorder that marked by sudden recurrent episodes of sensory disturbance, loss of consciousness, or convulsions, associated with abnormal electrical activity in the brain.
Symptoms?
Symptoms of epilepsy are fainting, fatigue, rhythmic muscle contractions or spasms,  aura or pins and needles, headaches, anxiety and depression.
Treatment?
Epilepsy is usually treated by medications and in some cases by surgery, devices, or dietary changes.]]> 2017-04-07 15:47:44 UTC https://padlet.com/chhin640/adqfgz8u9gx9/wish/165418345 Multiple Sclerosis chhin640 https://padlet.com/chhin640/adqfgz8u9gx9/wish/165422636 What is it?
A disease in which the immune system eats away at the protective covering of nerves causing a disruption in communication between the brain and body .
Symptoms?
Symptoms include vision loss, pain, fatigue, and impaired coordination. The symptoms, severity, and duration can vary from person to person.
Treatment?
Physical therapy and medications that suppress the immune system can help with symptoms and slow disease progression.]]> 2017-04-07 16:04:40 UTC https://padlet.com/chhin640/adqfgz8u9gx9/wish/165422636 Parkinson's Disease chhin640 https://padlet.com/chhin640/adqfgz8u9gx9/wish/165422687 What is it?
A disorder of the central nervous system that affects movement, often including tremors.
Symptoms?
Parkinson's often starts with a tremor in one hand. Other symptoms are slow movement, stiffness, and loss of balance.
Treatment?
Medications can help control the symptoms of Parkinson's.

]]> 2017-04-07 16:04:53 UTC https://padlet.com/chhin640/adqfgz8u9gx9/wish/165422687 Stroke chhin640 https://padlet.com/chhin640/adqfgz8u9gx9/wish/165422731 What is it?
A stroke is damage to the brain from interruption of its blood supply.
Symptoms?
Symptoms of stroke include trouble walking, speaking, and understanding, as well as paralysis or numbness of the face, arm, or leg.
Treatment?
Early treatment with medications like tPA (clot buster) can minimize brain damage. Other treatments focus on limiting complications and preventing additional strokes.]]> 2017-04-07 16:05:04 UTC https://padlet.com/chhin640/adqfgz8u9gx9/wish/165422731 Tourette's Syndrome chhin640 https://padlet.com/chhin640/adqfgz8u9gx9/wish/165422799 What is it?
A nervous system disorder involving repetitive movements or unwanted sounds.
Symptoms?
It involves uncontrollable repetitive movements or unwanted sounds (tics), such as repeatedly blinking the eyes, shrugging shoulders, or blurting out offensive words.
Treatment?
Treatment may include medication or psychological therapies.
]]> 2017-04-07 16:05:24 UTC https://padlet.com/chhin640/adqfgz8u9gx9/wish/165422799 Alzheimer's chhin640 https://padlet.com/chhin640/adqfgz8u9gx9/wish/165451723 What is it?
Brain cell connections and the cells themselves degenerate and die, eventually destroying memory and other important mental functions.
Symptoms?
Memory loss and confusion are the main symptoms.
Treatment?
No cure exists, but medications and management strategies may temporarily improve symptoms.]]> 2017-04-07 18:07:56 UTC https://padlet.com/chhin640/adqfgz8u9gx9/wish/165451723