Diseases
A group of disorders involving the parts of the brain that control thought, memory, and language.
Alzheimer's disease
Second-largest part of the brain. It is located at the back of the head below the posterior portion of the cerebrum.
cerebellum
The brief loss of consciousness caused by the decreased flow of blood to the brain; also known as fainting.
syncope
encephal/o
brain
A type of radiation treatment for brain tumors.
gamma knife surgery
A potentially serious or deadly disorder in children that is characterized by vomiting and confusion
Reye's syndrome
12 pairs of them, originate from under the surface of the brain. Pairs are identified by Roman numerals and are named by function.
cranial nerves
Inflammation of the sciatic nerve.
sciatica
Shaken together or violently agitated.
concuss/o
An ultrasound study to detect plaque buildup in the artery to predict or diagnose an ischemic stroke.
carotid ultrasonography
A chronic, degenerative central nervous system disorder characterized by fine muscle tremors, rigidity, and a slow or shuffling gait
Parkinson's disease
The largest and uppermost portion of the brain. Responsible for thought, judgment, memory, and emotion. Controls motor and sensory functions.
cerebrum
Persistent, severe burning pain that usually follows an injury to a sensory nerve.
causalgia
Meninges or membranes.
mening/o
A radiographic study of the spinal cord after the injection of a contrast medium through a lumbar puncture.
myelography
A condition characterized by the intentional creation of false or grossly exaggerated physical or psychological symptoms
malingering
Each cerebral hemisphere is subdivided into these.
cerebral lobes
An excessive fear of heights.
acrophobia
Sensation or feeling.
-esthesia
The process of recording the electrical activity of the brain through the use of electrodes attached to the scalp.
electroencephalography
Inflammation of the myelin sheath of peripheral nerves, characterized by rapidly worsening muscle weakness that may lead to temporary paralysis
Guillain-Barré syndrome
A collection of blood trapped in the tissues of the brain.
cranial hematoma
A lowered level of consciousness marked by listlessness, drowsiness, and apathy.
lethargy
Having an affinity for.
-tropic
The use of ultrasound imaging to create a detailed visual image of the brain for diagnostic purposes.
echoencephalography