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Neuronsare information messaging cells within the central nervous system (CNS) and peripheral nervous system (PNS).They make it possible for your body to manage processes that you don’t think about, like digestion, as well as decisions typically within your conscious control, like walking and talking. There are three main categories of neurons: motor neurons, sensory neurons, and interneurons. Each is responsible for a different aspect of perception and movement, as well as essential brain functions like learning and decision-making....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCauses of Neuropathic ItchWhat Does Neuropathic Itch Feel Like?Other Types of ItchingHow Is Neuropathic Itch Diagnosed?TreatmentHow Long Does Neuropathic Itching Last? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes of Neuropathic Itch What Does Neuropathic Itch Feel Like? Other Types of Itching How Is Neuropathic Itch Diagnosed? Treatment How Long Does Neuropathic Itching Last? This article explores how a neuropathic itch differs from other types of itches and discusses the symptoms, causes, and treatment options....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsFeet and Hand NeuropathyCausesTreatmentPain ManagementComp[licationsSpecialists to See Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Feet and Hand Neuropathy Causes Treatment Pain Management Comp[lications Specialists to See Peripheral neuropathy is a type of nerve damage. Most peripheral neuropathies affect the fingers, hands, toes, and feet, butcarpal tunnel syndromeis a type of neuropathy that specifically affects the hands. The symptoms can include tingling, diminished sensation, and weakness, and it can happen as a consequence of many different underlying medical conditions, such as malnutrition,untreated diabetes, andalcohol....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhy It DevelopsWhat It’s LikeDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Why It Develops What It’s Like Diagnosis Treatment Neuropathy is nerve damage that causes tingling, numbness, pain, and other abnormal nerve sensations in the peripheral nerves (i.e., those of the arms and legs). It can occur for several reasons. Uremic neuropathy is a type that affects patients with advanced kidney disease or end-stage kidney disease patients who areon dialysis....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFunctionsAssociated ConditionsSymptoms of ImbalanceHormones and Neurotransmitters Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Functions Associated Conditions Symptoms of Imbalance Hormones and Neurotransmitters Common neurotransmitters includeserotonin,epinephrine,dopamine,acetylcholine, andgamma-aminobutyric acid(GABA). Predominant Neurotransmitters and Their Functions Neurotransmitters are often described as excitatory or inhibitory because they can activate or inhibit specific actions of their target cell.Each neurotransmitter can have various effects on different target cells—some can be inhibitory, and some can be excitatory....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsTypesCausesTreatmentDiagnosisWhen to See a Healthcare ProviderFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Types Causes Treatment Diagnosis When to See a Healthcare Provider Frequently Asked Questions Neutropeniais a condition in which the number ofneutrophilsin the blood is lower than normal.Neutrophilsare the most common type of white blood cell. They help protect the body against infections. A deficiency in the number of neutrophils can occur due to bone marrow disease, cancer, and hereditary conditions....

Key Takeaways Sincemagnetic resonance imaging (MRI)was first invented in the late 1970s,the technology has undergone various updates, further allowing doctors and researchers to better understand what’s going on inside our bodies. The most recent update, three-dimensional amplified MRI (3D aMRI), captures the brain in motion in real-time, and with unprecedented detail, making it a tool healthcare providers could use in diagnosing aneurysms and conditions that obstruct the brain. The aMRI science is simple: it uses a natural process—the heartbeat—to monitor the brain....

Key TakeawaysEndometriosis is a chronic gynecologic disease with a far-reaching impact on quality of life.Several women’s health advocates created the Alliance for Endometriosis to increase awareness of the disease and provide resources to those who suffer from it.Women living with endometriosis can experience debilitating pain, stigma, and in some cases, infertility. Key Takeaways Endometriosis is a chronic gynecologic disease with a far-reaching impact on quality of life.Several women’s health advocates created the Alliance for Endometriosis to increase awareness of the disease and provide resources to those who suffer from it....

Key TakeawaysA new blood test for Alzheimer’s shows 91% accuracy in diagnosing the condition, potentially improving early diagnosis and access to treatments.Using blood tests alongside cognitive assessments could reduce the time to diagnose Alzheimer’s, helping more patients access early treatments.Current diagnostic tools like spinal taps and PET scans are less accessible, making the blood test a promising alternative for earlier and more accurate detection of Alzheimer’s. Key Takeaways A new blood test for Alzheimer’s shows 91% accuracy in diagnosing the condition, potentially improving early diagnosis and access to treatments....

Key TakeawaysA new analysis shows that Wegovy is effective for long-term weight loss, with users maintaining weight loss for at least four years.The medication shows significant cardiovascular benefits and appears to reduce the risk of heart disease independently of weight loss.The findings bolster an understanding of how safe and effective Wegovy is for long-term use, as well as the ways it affects the body beyond weight loss. Key Takeaways A new analysis shows that Wegovy is effective for long-term weight loss, with users maintaining weight loss for at least four years....

Key TakeawaysA new study suggests that antibacterial masks, made with carbon-based graphene, may be able to help reduce secondary bacterial infections that occur from touching contaminated masks.While the masks are effective at killing bacteria, there’s not enough research to say whether or not they’re effective for COVID-19.COVID-19 is a viral, not bacterial, infection, and secondary transmission of the virus is rare. Key Takeaways A new study suggests that antibacterial masks, made with carbon-based graphene, may be able to help reduce secondary bacterial infections that occur from touching contaminated masks....

Key TakeawaysApple’s new Health App features will allow users to share health information with friends, family, and doctors.The information can give doctors better insight into patients’ individual health trends.The updates will launch this fall and include an immunization record hub, new walking steadiness metrics, blood glucose monitoring, and more. Key Takeaways Apple’s new Health App features will allow users to share health information with friends, family, and doctors.The information can give doctors better insight into patients’ individual health trends....

Key TakeawaysPeople who undergo chemotherapy for breast cancer deal with side effects from their healthy cells being killed along with their cancer cells.Future cancer therapies could be targeted to make cancer treatments more effective and less damaging.Nearly 30,000 of the 325,000 people diagnosed with breast cancer every year carry a specific genetic variant that would make it possible to kill their cancer cells without harming their normal cells.Researchers are continuing to identify additional targets, which would expand the number of people who could benefit from targeted cancer therapies....