Friday, December 12, 2025

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🔷 Epileptic Encephalopathies (EE)

Definition A group of severe childhood epilepsies where epileptic activity itself causes progressive cognitive, behavioral, or developmental decline Seizures + EEG abnormalities are toxic to the brain ⭐ Core Features 👶 Early onset...

🧠Non-Compressive Myelopathy

🧠 Non-Compressive Myelopathy – High-Yield Overview Spinal cord dysfunction without external mechanical compression. Pathology is intrinsic: inflammatory, vascular, metabolic, toxic, infectious, genetic,...

🩸 Intraventricular Hemorrhage (IVH)

🧠🩸 Intraventricular Hemorrhage (IVH) in the NeuroICU – Comprehensive Review 📌 I. Introduction IVH = bleeding into the cerebral ventricular...

👁️ One and a Half Syndrome

🧠 Lesion: PPRF / Abducens nucleus + ipsilateral MLF 👁️ Ipsilateral eye: no horizontal movement 👁️ Contralateral eye: abducts only...

🧠 Drugs Causing Cognitive Impairment

⚗️ 1️⃣ Anticholinergic Medications (MOST IMPORTANT) Mechanism: Block central acetylcholine → impaired attention, memory, processing speedClinical pearl: Chronic use...

🧠Non-Compressive Myelopathy

🧠 Non-Compressive Myelopathy – High-Yield Overview Spinal cord dysfunction without external mechanical compression. Pathology is intrinsic: inflammatory, vascular, metabolic, toxic, infectious, genetic, or infiltrative. 🔥 1. Inflammatory / Immune-Mediated (Most common...

Unmasking PMS: Is it More Than Just Mood Swings

In recent years, discussions surrounding women's health have gained momentum, and topics like premenstrual syndrome (PMS) have come under the spotlight. While PMS is...

Empathy in Healthcare: Learning from the Stories of Patients

Healthcare is not just about diagnosing and treating medical conditions; it's also about understanding and addressing the emotional and psychological needs of patients. Empathy,...

The Role of Diet in Gastrointestinal Disorders: A Comprehensive Guide

Digestive health is at the core of our overall well-being, and the role of diet in maintaining a healthy gastrointestinal (GI) system cannot be...

Targeted Therapies for Hypertension: A 2023 Breakthrough

Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, has long been a major health concern globally. However, 2023 brings promising advancements in hypertension management through...

Ask a Specialist: A Deep Dive into Medical Topics That Matter

In the vast landscape of healthcare, there are myriad questions, concerns, and topics that deeply resonate with individuals seeking medical answers. In this article,...