abbreviations
the does ALS stand for?
what is amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
name two symptoms of cerebal palsy.
Exaggerated reflexes, tense muscles, contracture development, seizures, speech impairment, spasms, tremors
name a cause for paralysis
Stroke, Toxins such as venom or poison
give one treatment for neuralgia
medications, injections, and surgery.
what does CVA stand for?
what is a cardiovascular accident
name three symptoms of meningitis
high fever, headaches, back and neck pain and stiffness, nausea and vomiting, delirium, convulsions, and if untreated, coma and death.
name two causes for hydrocephalus
It is usually caused by a congenital (at birth) defect, infection, or tumor that obstructs the flow of cerebrospinal fluid out of the brain
name two treatments for Carpal tunnel syndrome
Activity modification,anti-inflammatory, medications, analgesics for pain, steroid injections, and splinting to immobilize the joint
what is the abbreviation for cerebrospinal fluid
what is CSF
name three symptoms for Amyotrophic lateral Sclerosis
Muscle weakness,abnormal reflexes,tripping and falling, impaired hand and arm movement,difficult speaking or swallowing
what is often the cause of Encephalitis
Encephalitis is most often due to a virus, such as: herpes simplex viruses, which cause cold sores and genital herpes, the varicella zoster virus, which causes chickenpox and shingles.
what are the main treatments for cardiovascular accident
Physical and speech therapy are the main treatments
what is the abbreviation for cerebral palsy
what is CP
name four symptoms for epilepsy
Temporary confusion,A staring spell, Uncontrollable jerking movements of the arms and legs, Loss of consciousness or awareness, and Psychic symptoms such as fear, anxiety or deja vu.
what is the cause of epilepsy
Epilepsy may occur as a result of a genetic disorder or an acquired brain injury, such as a trauma or stroke.
name 3 treatments for epilepsy
Epilepsy is usually treated by medications and in some cases by surgery, devices, or dietary changes.