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The nervous system is a complex, sophisticated system that regulates and coordinates the body's basic functions and activities. It is made up of:
- central nervous system - consisting of the brain and spinal cord
- peripheral nervous system - consisting of all other neural elements
Follow the links below to find information on nervous system diseases.
For information on specific nervous system diseases follow the links to the HealthInsite topic pages below.
Updated June 2009
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Brain Diseases
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Links to information about a range of brain diseases.
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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
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Links to resources relating to chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) and fibromyalgia.
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Creutzfeldt Jakob Disease
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Links to information on Creutzfeldt Jakob Disease (CJD), variant CJD (vCJD), the human form of "Mad Cow Disease", BSE or bovine spongiform encephalitis and Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathies (TSEs).
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Fibromyalgia
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Links to information on fibromyalgia.
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Headache
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Links to information about headaches.
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Low Vision Conditions
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Links to information on the most common conditions that lead to vision impairment or vision loss.
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Meningitis and Meningococcal Infections
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Links to information on the various types of meningitis and meningococcal infections, their causes and symptoms.
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Movement Disorders
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Links to information about movements disorders, such as ataxia and dystonia.
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Multiple Sclerosis
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Links to information on multiple sclerosis.
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Nervous System Cancers
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Links to information about nervous system cancers, including brain cancer.
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Neuromuscular Diseases
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Links to information about neuromuscular diseases, including sciatica, peripheral nerve diseases, muscular dystrophy and motor neurone disease.
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Paralysis
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Links to information on paralysis, including as a result of stroke or injury.
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Poliomyelitis
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Links to information on polio, including immunisation against polio, and post polio syndrome.
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Restless Legs Syndrome
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Links to information about Restless Legs (or Leg) Syndrome.
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Spina Bifida
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Links to information about spina bifida, which is a neural tube defect.
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Spinal Cord Diseases
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Links to information on spinal cord diseases.
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Neuralgia explained
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Better Health Channel
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Neuralgia is pain in a nerve pathway. The pain may be triggered by nerve injury or particular disorders including shingles, infection, injury or syphilis. In many cases, the cause isn't known. Neuralgia can be managed with medication, physical therapies or surgery.
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Aug 2009
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Pregabalin for acute and chronic pain in adults
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Pregabalin relieves pain caused by damage to nerves, either from injury or disease. Antiepileptics (such as pregabalin) are medicines used for treating epilepsy, but are also effective for treating pain. The type of pain that responds well to pregabalin...
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May 2009
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Vision impairment - neurological
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Better Health Channel
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Vision impairment or vision loss resulting from an acquired brain injury (also known as ABI VI) is caused by damage to the areas of the brain that are responsible for sight. The many causes include stroke, brain tumour, head injury and infections such as meningitis.
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Apr 2009
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Angelman syndrome
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Better Health Channel
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Angelman syndrome is a genetic condition that is present at birth (congenital). Common characteristics include intellectual disability, delayed speech, jerky walking style and happy demeanour. Physical features include deep-set eyes, a flattened back of the head and a wide ever-smiling mouth.
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Apr 2009
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Cri du chat syndrome
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Better Health Channel
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Cri du chat syndrome is a rare genetic disorder caused by missing pieces on a particular chromosome. The characteristics of a newborn with cri du chat syndrome include a high-pitched cry and a small head. There is no cure.
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Mar 2009
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Headache and nerve problems
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Better Health Channel
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Some nerve problems can cause or contribute to headache. Common irritants to the nerves include viral and bacterial infections including meningitis, post-viral neuralgias and shingles. Brain tumours are a relatively rare cause of headache. Treatments vary according to the cause.
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Jan 2009
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Brain Centre
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Virtual Medical Centre.com
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| Description: |
Neurological health science online breaking medical news information for patients with neurological diseases or nervous system disorder. Latest information about Neurology by neurological specialists.
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Jan 2009
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Antioxidants and other pharmacological treatments for Friedreich ataxia
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Friedreich ataxia is a rare progressive condition that causes damage to the nervous system. It is inherited in an autosomal recessive pattern, meaning that an affected gene must be inherited from each parent for the disease to develop in their child. It...
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Dec 2008
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Tramadol for neuropathic pain
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Neuropathic pain is frequently caused by damage to the peripheral nerves. Symptoms may include burning or shooting sensations, and abnormal sensitivity to normally non-painful stimuli. Neuropathic pain is difficult to treat. Anticonvulsants and antidepr...
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Nov 2008
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Trigeminal neuralgia - myDr.com.au
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myDr
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Find out all about trigeminal neuralgia, a disorder that causes episodes of intense facial pain.
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Oct 2008
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Friedreich's ataxia
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Better Health Channel
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Friedreich's ataxia is a rare inherited disease of the nervous system characterised by the gradual loss of balance, coordination and muscular control. The affected person is unable to control their muscles, which leads to tremors, an unsteady gait and slurred speech, which may look like being drunk to an outsider observer. There is no cure but the symptoms can be managed with medication and physical therapy.
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Sep 2008
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Pins and needles
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Better Health Channel
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'Pins and needles' (paraesthesia or limbs 'falling asleep') is a sensation of uncomfortable tingling, usually felt in the hands or feet. A common cause is awkward postures that compress the nerves. Tingling sensations can also be symptomatic of nerve damage or nervous system disorders.
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Sep 2008
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Neuropathic pain - myDr.com.au
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myDr
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Find out all about neuropathic pain, which is usually described as a shooting, stabbing or burning pain.
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Jul 2008
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Nervous system
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Better Health Channel
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The nervous system helps all the parts of the body to communicate with each other. The brain and spinal cord make up the central nervous system. The other nerves of the body are called the peripheral nervous system. Problems of the nervous system include epilepsy, meningitis, multiple sclerosis (MS) and Parkinson's disease.
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Jun 2008
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Cerebral lymphoma
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Virtual Medical Centre.com
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Cerebral lymphoma is a type of lymphoma. Information on cerebral lymphoma treatment, symptoms of cerebral lymphoma, diagnosis of cerebral lymphoma and prognosis of cerebral lymphoma.
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Feb 2008
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Restless legs syndrome
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Better Health Channel
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Restless legs syndrome is characterised by the compelling urge to move the legs, particularly when trying to sleep. The strange sensation in the calves has been described as a crawling ache. The cause is unknown, but it is thought to involve a nervous system malfunction. The cause is unknown but iron deficiency is an important risk factor.
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Jan 2008
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Howard Florey Institute: Australia's brain research centre
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Howard Florey Institute
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At the Howard Florey Institute, scientists work together to make discoveries about the brain. Institute scientists undertake clinical and applied research that can be developed into treatments to combat brain disorders, and into new medical practices.
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Jan 2008
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Hyperventilation therapy for acute traumatic brain injury
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Traumatic brain injury is a major cause of premature death and disability. Severe head injury can trigger brain swelling, thereby increasing pressure on the brain (raised intracranial pressure, ICP). Raised ICP increases the likelihood of brain damage o...
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Jan 2008
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Decompressive surgery for treating nerve damage in leprosy
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Leprosy is a chronic infectious disease. Leprosy bacteria cause damage to skin and peripheral nerves which may result in nerve function impairment and disability. Decompressive surgery is used for treating nerve damage although its effect is uncertain. ...
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Nov 2007
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