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… include: Meningitis, an infection of the fluid (cerebrospinal fluid, or CSF) and tissues (meninges) that surround the brain and spinal cord. Encephalitis, an inflammation of the brain. This is …
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… that affects the central nervous system —the brain and spinal cord. It can cause problems with muscle control and … Medicine Side Effects and Interactions Facial Problems, Non-Injury Nervous System Problems Work Closely With Your Doctor …
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… over time. But if the herniated disc is squeezing your spinal cord or nerves and/or you are having weakness, constant … over time. But if the herniated disc is squeezing your spinal cord or nerves and/or you are having weakness, …
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… as MS, affects the central nervous system—the brain and spinal cord. Multiple sclerosis can affect muscle control and …
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… such as: Diabetes. Pelvic surgery. Blood vessel disease. Injury to the pelvis, genitals, or spinal cord. Peyronie's disease . This is a curve in the penis …
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… Overview Common Office Injuries Using Ergonomics to Prevent Injury Self-Care Where to Go for Help … you can help prevent falls at work. Keep walkways clear of cords, clutter, and spills. Close drawers completely after … glare than other monitors. A chair that maintains normal spinal curvature. A supportive chair: Is adjustable, so that …
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… medicine directly into the area in your back around your spinal cord. This area is called the epidural space. An epidural … a small tube (epidural catheter) into the space around the spinal cord (epidural space). The epidural catheter is …
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… fluid that keeps them flexible. It also may be caused by an injury to the spine. The injury may cause tiny tears or … Nicotine and other toxins from smoking can keep your spinal discs from absorbing all the nutrients they need from … the vertebrae that forms a protective arch over the spinal cord. A procedure called a laminotomy removes some of the …
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… (vertebrae) don't form properly around part of the baby's spinal cord. Spina bifida can be mild or severe. The mild form is … most people mean when they say "spina bifida." Part of the spinal nerves push out of the spinal canal, and the nerves …
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… muscles of the neck to relax. This can increase the risk of spinal cord injury in children whose neck joints are affected by JIA. It …