Both lesions and tumors in the brain represent abnormal areas, but they are not the same. A lesion is a broad term that refers to any abnormal tissue or damage in the brain, whereas a tumor, is a specific type of lesion, characterized by the abnormal growth of cells. All tumors are le...
One of the main ways to diagnose multiple sclerosis is an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scan. Characteristic areas of demyelination will show up as lesions on an MRI scan. On the left is a brain MRI scan of a 35-year-old man with relapsing remitting multiple sclerosis that reveals multip...
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Epilepsy,a central nervous system disorder where lesions on the brain cause seizures. What to Expect When Seeing a Neurosurgeon Your primary care doctor may refer you to see a neurosurgeon if they think you have a condition that could use a more comprehensive exam and testing. ...
Other causes of West syndrome include: Brain injury Problems with the way the brain formed Changes in brain structure Lack of oxygen to the brain Brain infections Lesions on the brain Bleeding inside the skull Inflammationin the brain (also calledencephalitis) ...
The location and number of lesions on MRI scans, as well as the resulting symptoms, are among the factors that help distinguish between MS and these related demyelinating disorders.Transverse myelitisIn transverse myelitis, the inflammation and myelin damage are found in the spinal cord. Classic ...
Imaging investigations revealed significant neurological lesions, while serological tests confirmed congenital toxoplasmosis. This case report illustrates the radiological semiology of neurological involvement in congenital toxoplasmosis and serves as a reference for radiologists, highlighting the importance of ...
Lesions are abnormal areas of tissue on the body. Though most lesions are not dangerous, some can be a symptom of a serious...
So, again, I am left with, well, you’ve got hyperreflexia that suggests things that we have now ruled out, as far as spinal compression or brain lesions. Okay then. No one’s saying it could be a CP thing that I just wasn’t aware of until now. (These are upper body reflexes,...
Tumors or vascular lesions(abnormal growths) in the spine or brain can also compress nerves, causing symptoms. Hypothyroidism, which is insufficient activity of the thyroid gland, can affect nerve function, causing pain and numbness. Deficiency invitamin B12can also impact the nerves and cause ting...