The pituitary is a small gland attached to the base of the brain Despite its small size it controls many different hormones Tumors of the pituitary are in their majority benign. They cause symptoms due to hormonal abnormalities or compression of the nerves that go to...
Condition that causes excessive buildup of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) within the brain The buildup of CSF could be caused because of overproduction, inadequate absorption or a blockage along the pathways of CSF flow In elderly adults a condition called Normal Pressure...
Severe facial pain in the distribution of the branches of the trigeminal nerve, which normally supplies sensation to each side of the face Triggers can be variable Treatment involves specific anti-convulsive medications When medical treatment is not sufficient then...
Variable presentation depending on the mechanism of injury Can vary from concussion and mild traumatic brain injury to severe brain injury leading to coma, persistent vegetative state or brain death Epidural hematoma: An epidural hematoma (EDH) occurs when blood...
The third leading cause of death in the US Caused by the abrupt interruption of blood flow to the brain which causes loss of neurological function The interruption of blood flow can be caused by a blockage involving a blood vessel which leads to an ischemic stroke or...
