URINARY PROBLEM Introduction: Urinary incontinence — the loss of bladder control — is a common and often embarrassing problem. The severity ranges from occasionally leaking urine when you cough or sneeze to having an urge to urinate that’s so sudden and strong you don’t get to a toilet in time. Though it occurs more often …
NERVE DISEASE Introduction: Peripheral nerves are thin structures located in your arms, legs, and throughout your body. When one or more of these nerves become damaged—as a result of an underlying disease process, medication, or infection, to name a few possibilities—a condition called peripheral neuropathy develops. The diagnosis of peripheral neuropathy requires a careful and …
SPINE ISSUE NECK PAIN Neck pain is a common complaint. Neck muscles can be strained from poor posture — whether it’s leaning over your computer or hunching over your workbench. Osteoarthritis also is a common cause of neck pain. Rarely, neck pain can be a symptom of a more serious problem. Seek medical care if …
MUSCLE DISEASE What are muscle cramps? Muscle cramps are sudden, involuntary contractions or spasms in one or more of your muscles. They are very common and often occur after exercise. Some people get muscle cramps, especially leg cramps, at night. They can be painful, and they may last a few seconds to several minutes. You …
dementia MCI MCI Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) Read More Alzheimer Disease Alzheimer Disease Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurologic disorder that causes the brain to shrink (atrophy) Read More Fronto temporal Dementia Fronto temporal Dementia Signs and symptoms get progressively worse over time Read More Vascular dementia Vascular dementia Vascular dementia is a general term …
