Dementia

Despite there being no significant difference in mortality rate between neurological clippings and endovascular coiling, neurological clippings are superior to endovascular coiling. Neurological clipping is a surgical procedure that involves cutting off the blood flow of the aneurysm by using a metal clamp to clip the ballooned vein (NINDS, n.d.). A beneficial aspect of the neurological clipping is the affordability of the procedure. Neurological clippings are inexpensive, ranging from $18,233…

These two pictures show how the said disease affects the brain, it slowly shrinks down because of the death of the nerve cells and the loss of tissues inside it causing it to decline and not do its job properly. Various changes in the cerebrum are brought about by Alzheimer's illness. To comprehend these progressions, it is critical to see how the brain functions. The cerebrum is comprised of billions of neurons, or nerve cells. Neurons are in charge of empowering us to think, recall, and…

Cognitive Function, a mental process by which one becomes conscious of things, and can comprehend ideas/issues. It in involves all features of thinking, reasoning, and remembering. Our cognitive function decreases as we age, it causes our brains start to shrink in volume, and hemmers on our memory, thinking skills, and ability to comprehend what is going on. An example of cognitive function would be Alzheimer's disease, Alzheimer’s is a progressive disease that destroys your memory, and other…

Caregivers and Multiple Sclerosis Assistance Multiple Sclerosis, sometimes simply called MS, is a disease that affects vision, balance, muscles, and body functions. The disease primarily attacks the covering of nerves in the brain, spinal cord, and eyes. Some people with MS have virtually no symptoms, while others have great difficulty with movement and performing even the simplest of daily tasks. There is no cure for MS, however, there are a number of medications and therapies that can reduce…

Huntington’s Disease Huntington’s disease is a disease that causes parts of the brain to break down; degenerate. This disease doesn’t show it’s symptoms between the ages 30 and 50. The gene name is HTT, the official name is huntingtin. HTT belongs to the family called endogenous ligands. It’s passed from one generation to the next, the size of CAG trinucleotide repeat often increase in size. A larger number of repeats is usually associated with an earlier onset of signs and symptoms. This…

Alzheimer’s disease Abstract: Alzheimer`s disease is the fourth-leading cause of death. There is no cure for the disease and as of right now there is no treatment for this disease. Scientists are developing drugs to help cope with the disease. There are many different signs and symptoms of this disease. This disease normally takes place in older people, and people suffering from other disorders. The toll that this disease takes on the family members and caregivers of the patients is critical.…

According to the ALS Association (2016), Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, is an adult onset gene disorder that affects the brain, muscles, and spine. In ALS, nerves that control muscles in the human body eventually break down causing them to become useless. Symptoms vary from person to person; however, they usually are gradual and often overlooked. The etiology, diagnosis, and treatment are not consistent. What we do know is that ALS is progressive and…

Most people use a computer every day, but staring at your screen for too long may have an impact on your vision. Strain that develops after prolonged computer usage is sometimes known as “computer vision syndrome.” The eye doctors at Harper’s Point Eye Associates, in Cincinnati, OH, have some valuable insight on this common problem. According to a Nielsen study, the average American adult spends over 11 hours a day staring at some form of electronic media, be it a computer, a smartphone, or a…

When the Brain Dies First, written by Margaret O. Hyde and John F. Setaro, M.D., is a detailed book about the brain and what happens when it dies before the other organs. The brain is a 3.5 pound organ that controls everything from walking to breathing. When the brain dies before the rest of the body, the person is pronounced brain dead. But how is a person brain dead? Certain diseases can slowly deteriorate the brain until it is gone. Diseases such as Alzheimers, Parkinsons, Huntingtons, and…

Cognitive thinking refers to the use of mental activities and skills to perform tasks such as learning, reasoning, understanding, remembering, and paying attention. The brain uses cognitive skills in order to accomplish mental tasks. There are many factors that slows down cognitive thinking. Health related changes can affect the concentration and processing speed. Alzheimer’s disease is a mental deterioration due to the degeneration of the brain. Sensory changes interfere with the…