Neurosurgery is a medical specialty that focuses on the diagnoses and treatment of conditions that involve the nervous system and its supporting structures such as the spinal cord and nerves – as well as the brain. If you aren’t aware of what neurosurgery entails, you may be surprised. Here is an overview of neurosurgery. What is Neurosurgery? Neurosurgery is the surgical treatment of the nervous system, which includes the brain, spinal cord and column and the nerves that are throughout the bod ... [Read More]
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Concussions and Their Effects
Many people have suffered a concussion, which is a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI). The brain is protected by the skull against impacts – but when the head is jarred significantly or hits against something with great force, the brain jostles inside of the skull. This causes trauma to the brain. When the brain suffers an impact against the inside of the skull, the brain is affected in many ways. It can cause bruising and swelling of the brain, tearing of blood vessels, and injury to the n ... [Read More]
Effects of a Brain Tumor
A brain tumor is an abnormal mass or growth of cells in the brain’s tissues. There are many types of brain tumors, and each one is specific to the individual. The rate at which a brain tumor grows can vary greatly, as can its location. The growth rate and the location of the tumor will together determine the effects it will have on the patient. Treatment options are dictated by the type of tumor, its size, and its location. Symptoms of a Brain Tumor There are a number of symptoms that c ... [Read More]
Traumatic Brain Injury
While doctors and researchers have mapped the various parts of the brain, they still cannot explain exactly how the entire brain works. No one knows where “memory” resides in the brain. The medical community understands which portion of the brain controls which facets of the body, but doctors are essentially stumped in regards to where intelligence, consciousness, and creativity reside. That is why a person who suffers a traumatic brain injury (TBI) can experience dramatic changes to their ... [Read More]
Differences Between Strokes and Aneurysms
People often confuse two conditions that seem similar in many ways, but are actually quite different: strokes and aneurysms. They are both serious conditions that directly affect the brain. However, they have differing symptoms and also some of the same symptoms. A stroke is a life-threatening medical emergency affecting the brain, while an aneurysm in the brain can lead to a stroke. Both strokes and aneurysms are the result of problems in the blood vessel walls. It is important to understand ... [Read More]
