Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer's disease (AD) is the most common cause of dementia in industrialized nations. Dementia is a brain disorder that interferes with a person's ability to carry out everyday activities.
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Brain and Nervous System Related Resources
Brain and Nervous System Articles
- Tic Douloureux (Trigeminal Neuralgia)
- Dermatomes
- Concussion
- Dementia in Head Injury
- Cerebral Palsy
- Dementia
- Brain Aneurysm
- Altitude Sickness (Mountain Sickness)
- Seizures Emergencies
- Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
- Myelin Sheath (In Multiple Sclerosis)
- Possible Early Dementia
- Lewy Bodies Dementia (LBD)
- Motor Skills Disorder
- Electromyography (EMG)
Brain and Nervous System Medications
- lacosamide (oral/injection) (Vimpat) (Vimpat)
- rufinamide (Banzel) (Banzel)
- lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse) (Vyvanse)
- rasagiline (Azilect) (Azilect)
- natalizumab (Tysabri) (Tysabri)
- apomorphine (Apokyn) (Apokyn)
- memantine (Namenda, Namenda XR) (Namenda)
- carbidopa, entacapone, and levodopa (Stalevo 100, Stalevo 125, Stalevo 150) (Stalevo 100, Stalevo 125, Stalevo 150 and more)
- atomoxetine (Strattera) (Strattera)
- dexmethylphenidate (Focalin, Focalin XR) (Focalin, Focalin XR)
- galantamine (Razadyne, Razadyne ER, Reminyl) (Razadyne, Razadyne ER)
- tetrabenazine (Xenazine) (Xenazine)
- rivastigmine transdermal (Exelon) (Exelon)
- rivastigmine (oral) (Exelon) (Exelon)
- zonisamide (Zonegran) (Zonegran)
Brain and Nervous System Images and Slideshows
- Picture of Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms
- Picture of Peripheral Vascular Disease
- Picture of Alzheimer's Disease
- Picture of Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD)
- Picture of Huntington's Disease
- Picture of Pituitary Gland
- Restless Legs Syndrome: 16 Natural Remedies and Treatment for RLS
- Picture of Brain Layers
- Picture of Nerve Fibers and Myelin Attack in MS
- Picture of Vascular (Multi-Infarct) Dementia 2
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Symptoms and Treatment
- Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, and Aging Brains
- Balance Disorders: Vertigo, Motion Sickness, Labyrinthitis, and More
- ADHD: Top Concentration-Killers in Pictures
- Brain Food Pictures: What to Eat to Boost Focus
Brain and Nervous System Quizzes
- Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) Quiz: Test Your Medical IQ
- Stroke Quiz: Test Your Medical IQ
- Autism Quiz: Test Your IQ of Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Epilepsy & Seizures Quiz: What Causes Seizures?
- Parkinson's Disease Quiz: Test Your Medical IQ
- Childhood ADHD Quiz: Test, Symptoms & Medication
- Vertigo and Balance Disorders Quiz: Test Your Medical IQ
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Quiz: Test Your Medical IQ
- Alzheimers Disease Quiz: Stages, Symptoms & Signs
Brain and Nervous System News
- Autism, Depression Tied to Prenatal Exposure to Maternal Infection
- FDA Clears Epilepsy Smartwatch for Use in Kids
- More Fruits and Veggies in Midlife May Preserve Cognition
- Suicide Risk Doubles After Concussion
- Head Injury Tied to Long-term Cognitive Decline, Dementia Risk
- DEA Reschedules CBD Drug for Epilepsy
- Moderate, Vigorous Exercise May Protect Against Parkinson's
- Walking After Spinal Cord Injury Possible With Rehab Combo
- Novel Multiple Sclerosis Subtype Identified
- Antihypertensive Therapy Reduces Alzheimer's, Dementia Risk
- Midlife Stressors Boost Dementia Risk
- Light Therapy Improves Sleep, Cuts Depression in Dementia Patients
- Viruses May Play a Role in Alzheimer's Disease: NIH
- Screening Tool Improves Dementia Prediction
- FDA Panel Unanimously Backs Cannabis Drug for Severe Epilepsy