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When the brain is healthy it functions quickly and automatically. However, when problems occur, the results can be devastating. Some of the major types of disorders include:
- neurogenetic diseases, eg. Huntington’s disease and muscular dystrophy;
- developmental disorders, eg. cerebral palsy;
- degenerative diseases of adult life, eg. Parkinson’s disease and Alzheimer’s disease;
- metabolic diseases, eg. Gaucher’s disease;
- cerebrovascular diseases, eg. stroke and vascular dementia;
- trauma, eg. spinal cord and head injury;
- convulsive disorders, eg. epilepsy;
- infectious diseases, eg. AIDS dementia; and
- brain tumors
The Howard Florey Institute: Australia's brain research centre conducts research to develop treatments and new medical practices for brain disorders.
Follow the links below to find information relating to brain diseases.
Reviewed March 2009
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Parkinson's Disease
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EEG test
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Better Health Channel
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The electroencephalogram (EEG) is a medical test used to measure the electrical activity of the brain, via electrodes applied to your scalp. Another name for EEG is brain wave test. EEG can help diagnose a number of conditions, including epilepsy, sleep disorders and brain tumours. A person with epilepsy may experience a seizure, triggered by the various stimuli used in the procedure, including the flashing lights.
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May 2009
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Tay-Sachs disease
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Better Health Channel
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Tay-Sachs disease (TSD) is an inherited (genetic) condition common in some Ashkenazi Jews and French-Canadians or people with Ashkenazi Jewish or French-Canadian ancestry. However, it can affect people of any nationality. A mutated gene stops the body from producing an enzyme needed for proper brain functioning. This leads to paralysis and death, usually before the age of five.
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Apr 2009
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Arterio-venous malformation of the brain
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Sydney Children's Hospital,The Children's Hospital at Westmead
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An arterio-venous malformation (AVM) is a condition that happens during growth in the womb. It occurs in the small capillaries between an artery and a vein. An explanation of what it is, symptoms that may be experienced, and treatment are provided.
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Apr 2009
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Brainlink Services Limited
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Brainlink Foundation
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Supporting people affected by stroke, migraine and other brain acquired injuries and their carers. Prevention through education and research.
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Feb 2009
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Leukodystrophy
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Better Health Channel
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Leukodystrophy refers to a group of conditions that mainly affect the white ('leuko') matter of the brain and the spinal cord, including myelin. These are usually progressive conditions that cause loss of normal brain functions. Symptoms usually appear in early childhood. There is no cure, but treatment can help manage some of the symptoms.
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Sep 2008
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Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation for Gaucher disease
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Gaucher disease is an inherited disorder caused by a deficiency of the enzyme glucocerebrosidase. This leads to storage of complex lipids in some types of blood cells. Due to these abnormal cells people with Gaucher disease will have pain, fatigue, anem...
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Aug 2008
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Rett syndrome
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Better Health Channel
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Rett syndrome is a severe genetic disorder of the nervous system. It is usually only seen in girls and affects all body movement. It causes loss of speech and hand use. Girls with Rett syndrome need therapy to help them with movement and communication.
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Jun 2008
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Subarachnoid haemorrhage
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Better Health Channel
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A subarachnoid haemorrhage is a bleed usually associated with aneurysms or other weakened blood vessels of the brain. It can be fatal if not diagnosed and treated promptly. Causes include a cerebral aneurysm, arteriovenous malformation (AVM) or trauma such as a blow to the head.
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Mar 2008
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About the Florey
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Howard Florey Institute
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The Howard Florey Institute is Australia's largest brain research institute. The Florey's scientists are at the forefront of the neuroscience revolution that promises to improve individual and community health around the world.
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Nov 2007
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Brain surgery
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Better Health Channel
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Brain surgery usually involves a procedure called a craniotomy. A craniotomy is an operation to open the skull. Brain surgery is performed for a number of reasons, including alterations in brain tissue, brain blood flow and cerebrospinal fluid.
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Oct 2007
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Our services
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Brainlink Foundation
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We assist children and adults affected by brain disorders to live as independently as possible in the community through the provision of information and support services.
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Sep 2007
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Sleep disorders - narcolepsy
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Better Health Channel
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A person with narcolepsy is extremely sleepy all the time and, in severe cases, falls asleep involuntarily several times every day. It is thought that narcolepsy is caused by a malfunctioning of the hypothalamus in the brain. This is a rare condition with no cure.
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Jul 2007
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Blunt cerebrovascular injury
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Department of Health Western Australia
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Diagnostic imaging algorithm for patients at risk of a cerebrovascular injury following blunt trauma.
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Jun 2007
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Brain explained
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Better Health Channel
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The brain oversees bodily functions and allows consciousness. The brain can be affected by disorders and events such as trauma, stroke and tumours. Some drugs, including alcohol, also affect the brain. Symptoms and effects depend on which brain areas are affected.
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Jun 2007
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Antibiotics for brain abscesses in people with cyanotic congenital heart disease
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Serious congenital heart disease leads to abnormal blood flow through the heart and lungs. This results in an inability to carry enough oxygen around the body which makes patients blue (cyanotic) and severely limits their physical activity. People with ...
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May 2007
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Narcolepsy and cataplexy
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myDr
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These sleep conditions are characterised by recurrent episodes of daytime somnolence and lapses in consciousness.
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Aug 2006
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Mannitol for acute traumatic brain injury
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Mannitol is a sugar alcohol solution which is sometimes effective in reducing brain swelling after head injury. However, its effectiveness in the ongoing treatment of severe head injury remains unclear. There is evidence that excessive administration of...
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Mar 2006
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