Medical Subject Headings (MeSH): Nervous System Diseases

The nervous system is a complex network of nerves and cells that transmit signals between the brain and the rest of the body. It is responsible for controlling and coordinating the body’s functions, including movement, sensation, and thought. Diseases of the nervous system can affect any part of the nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord, and nerves, and can have a wide range of symptoms and effects.

Some examples of nervous system diseases include:

Neurological disorders: These diseases affect the brain and nervous system, and include conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, and epilepsy.

Neurodegenerative diseases: These are a group of disorders that lead to the progressive loss of function and death of neurons in the brain and nervous system. Examples include Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and Huntington’s disease.

Traumatic brain injury (TBI): This is a condition caused by an external force, such as a blow to the head, that results in damage to the brain. TBI can lead to a wide range of symptoms, including memory loss, confusion, and difficulty with movement or coordination.

Peripheral neuropathies: These are a group of diseases that affect the nerves outside the brain and spinal cord, such as carpal tunnel syndrome, peripheral neuropathy, and Guillain-Barre syndrome.

Neurovascular disease: Diseases that affect the blood vessels in the brain, such as stroke, aneurysms, and arteriovenous malformations.

Treatment for nervous system diseases can vary depending on the specific condition and its severity, but may include medications, physical therapy, surgery, and lifestyle changes.