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AHA News: Emphysema May Raise Risk of Ruptured Aneurysms

AHA News: Emphysema May Raise Risk of Ruptured Aneurysms

Latest Neurology News TUESDAY, March 19, 2019 (American Heart Association News) — When a weakened artery wall balloons or bulges, it’s called an aneurysm. For people with emphysema, the risk of that aneurysm rupturing is much higher than for those without the lung condition, new research suggests. While family history may play a role, how […]

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Can Some Children Outgrow Autism?

Can Some Children Outgrow Autism?

By Amy NortonHealthDay Reporter Latest Neurology News TUESDAY, March 19, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Some toddlers thought to have mild autism “outgrow” the diagnosis, but most continue to struggle with language and behavior, new research suggests. The study is not the first to document cases of autism “recovery.” Doctors have known for decades that a […]

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lidocaine injection (Xylocaine)

lidocaine injection (Xylocaine)

What is lidocaine injection (local), and how does it work (mechanism of action)? Lidocaine injection is a local anesthetic. This means that it reduces sensation or pain in the area of the body where it is injected and does not affect other areas. It is similar to bupivacaine (Marcaine), articaine (Zorcaine), and Mepivacaine (Carbocaine). These […]

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Fewer Boys Are Suffering Head Injuries, But Rate Rises for Girls

Fewer Boys Are Suffering Head Injuries, But Rate Rises for Girls

By E.J. MundellHealthDay Reporter Latest Neurology News THURSDAY, March 14, 2019 (HealthDay News) — There’s good news and bad news from a new study of children visiting U.S. emergency departments for head injuries: The rate of these potentially serious events has fallen among boys, but risen for girls. In recent years, the danger of concussion […]

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Half-Dose of Mountain Sickness Med Works as Well as Full Dose

Half-Dose of Mountain Sickness Med Works as Well as Full Dose

Latest Neurology News THURSDAY, March 14, 2019 (HealthDay News) — A lower dose of a medication to prevent acute mountain sickness is as effective as the standard, higher dose, a new study finds. Acute mountain sickness (AMS) can cause headaches, gastrointestinal upset, fatigue, weakness, vertigo and sleep problems. Many hikers and climbers use a drug […]

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Amazon Removes Books Making False Claims About Autism Cures

Amazon Removes Books Making False Claims About Autism Cures

Amazon will no longer offer books that make false claims about cures for autism, the corporate giant said Wednesday. Latest Neurology News A company spokeswoman told the Associated Press that such books were no longer available on the site, but did not provide further information, CBS News reported. There is no cure for autism, only […]

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When Can Kids Return to Play After a Concussion?

When Can Kids Return to Play After a Concussion?

By Len CanterHealthDay Reporter Latest Neurology News WEDNESDAY, March 13, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Though coaches and parents are more alert to the need for emergency attention after young athletes suffer a concussion, many may not realize how long symptoms and other effects can linger. A study in JAMA Pediatrics found that 31 percent of […]

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Health Tip: Concussion Recovery for Children

Health Tip: Concussion Recovery for Children

(HealthDay News) — A concussion is a brain injury that results from an impact to the head. Latest Neurology News While it usually isn’t life-threatening, a concussion can cause short-term and long-term problems. Parents and caregivers of concussed children should take an active role in their recovery, the New York State Department of Health says. […]

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phenytoin (Dilantin)

phenytoin (Dilantin)

What is Dilantin? Phenytoin is an oral and injectable anti-seizure medication first synthesized in 1908. Why is Dilantin prescribed to patients? Phenytoin is an anti-seizure medication (anticonvulsant) used for preventing or treating generalized tonic-clonic (grand mal) seizures, complex partial seizures (psychomotor seizures), and seizures occurring during or after neurosurgery. It may be used alone or […]

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Could Too Much Soda Worsen MS?

Could Too Much Soda Worsen MS?

Latest Neurology News TUESDAY, March 5, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Popping open too many sodas or other sweetened beverages each day might worsen symptoms for people with multiple sclerosis, new research suggests. It’s important to note that the small study could only point to an association — it couldn’t prove that high soda intake causes […]