Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesCausesSymptomsComplicationsDiagnosisTreatmentPrognosisPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Causes Symptoms Complications Diagnosis Treatment Prognosis Prevention There are several types of infections, each of which affects different parts of the CNS. These include: Most people recover from brain infections. But in some cases, the infections can be serious and even life-threatening. This article explores four common types of brain infections, including their causes and symptoms....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinition and CausesIs It an Emergency?SymptomsDiagnosisImmediate TreatmentLong-Term Treatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition and Causes Is It an Emergency? Symptoms Diagnosis Immediate Treatment Long-Term Treatment Anoxiais a condition in which the body or parts of the body do not receive oxygen to function correctly. This can occur due to a lack of oxygen to the entire body (typically in newborns during a difficult delivery), respiratory failure, or other medical conditions....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsMedical AbbreviationWhen It Is OrderedWhat to Expect Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Medical Abbreviation When It Is Ordered What to Expect If your healthcare provider suspectsheart failure, an inability of the heart to properly pump blood throughout the body, they may call for a BNP, which is an abbreviation for the hormone, brain natriuretic peptide. The BNP is a test that measures levels of this hormone in the bloodstream....

Key TakeawaysNeurological issues such as brain fog, memory loss, speech problems, and attention deficits plague up to 80% of COVID-19 patients.New studies show that this may be due to damage to the frontal lobe, brain aging, or symptoms associated with oxygen deprivation in the brain.Implementing diagnostic tests and brain scans is vital to understanding the full spectrum of these conditions, but many patients do not have access to these tests....

Brain tumors can affect children and adults of all ages. And although not all brain tumors are life-threatening, it is a life-altering experience, even if you recover. Connecting with brain tumor support groups can help you deal with the day to day issues and learn about your treatment options. You may be able to find compassionate peers and professionals who can provide a shoulder for you to lean on, and you can do the same for others—if and when you feel ready to offer support....

Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Symptoms in Children Complications When to See a Healthcare Provider FAQ Next in Brain Tumor Guide Dizzinesscan sometimes be an early sign of atumor. This may be the case, for example, with children who have apineal glandtumor deep within the brain.Headaches, too, are common in both adults and children diagnosed with a brain tumor, but headaches are not the only symptom of a brain tumor....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesSymptomsWhat’s Happening During Brain Zaps?How to Stop Brain ZapsTalking to a Healthcare Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Symptoms What’s Happening During Brain Zaps? How to Stop Brain Zaps Talking to a Healthcare Provider Brain zaps are brief episodes that feel like electrical or buzzing sensations in the head, which may be perceived as coming from the brain. These episodes are not dangerous....

A stroke can affect any location in the brain. A brainstem stroke is usually small in size but may causesubstantial symptoms. The brainstem is the region of the brain that physically and functionally connects higher-level brain activity with the rest of the body. It is also the control center for several life-sustaining functions, such as breathing and heart regulation. The brainstem is located deep in the brain and extends down towards the back of the head, right where the skull and the spine meet....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBenefitsNutritionFood SourcesWhen to Add Fiber Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Benefits Nutrition Food Sources When to Add Fiber Bran is the outer hard layer ofwhole grainslike wheat, rice, oats, and rye. Whole grains consist of three edible layers: bran, endosperm, and germ. The bran layer is removed during refining to give grains a smoother texture and improve their shelf life. Bran is a rich source of essential nutrients, particularlyfiber, that benefit your health and may even prevent chronic disease....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPreparationsDrug ConsistencyBrand vs. GenericSpecial ConsiderationsWhen to Add T3 Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Preparations Drug Consistency Brand vs. Generic Special Considerations When to Add T3 Like many people, you may be in the habit of asking for the generic equivalent of a medication to save money. But if you take levothyroxine, the main drug used to treathypothyroidism, whether to use a generic versus a name-brand drug may need to be considered carefully....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Are BRCA Genes?BRCA MutationsBreast Cancer RiskEffect on Cancer TreatmentGenetic TestingA Word From Verywell Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Are BRCA Genes? BRCA Mutations Breast Cancer Risk Effect on Cancer Treatment Genetic Testing A Word From Verywell Several genes have been linked tobreast cancer, the most common of which are BRCA mutations (BRCA1 and BRCA2). To give you a sense of their significance, the overall lifetime risk of breast cancer in women without a BRCA mutation is around 12%....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsGenes and CancerPrevalenceBRCA2 TestingCancers Caused By MutationLowering Risk of DeathScreening and Treatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Genes and Cancer Prevalence BRCA2 Testing Cancers Caused By Mutation Lowering Risk of Death Screening and Treatment Many people are aware that BRCA2 gene mutations are associated with an increased risk of breast cancer, but these mutations have also been linked with ovarian cancer, pancreatic cancer, prostate cancer, lung cancer, and leukemia....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionWhy it Happens on Birth ControlWhy it Happens In or After MenopauseBreakthrough Bleeding vs. Regular PeriodBreakthrough Bleeding vs. Implantation BleedingSelf-CareWhen to See a Healthcare Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition Why it Happens on Birth Control Why it Happens In or After Menopause Breakthrough Bleeding vs. Regular Period Breakthrough Bleeding vs. Implantation Bleeding Self-Care When to See a Healthcare Provider...