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- How Sleep Disruption Can Complicate Neurological Diseaseshttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/sleep/pn0905-sleep-disorders-pdf/31403/The Interplay Between Sleep Disorders and Neurological ConditionsSleep disorders have long been underrecognized in the field of neurology, with many patients and physicians overlooking their prevalence and impact. Recent advancements, however, highlight the critical role of sleep in enhancing qualit
- Therapeutics Q&Ahttps://practicalneurology.com/columns/practice-management/therapeutics-qa/30976/Combination Therapy in Alzheimer’s Disease: Long-Term Safety and EfficacyRecent advancements in Alzheimer's disease (AD) treatment highlight the potential benefits of combination therapy using cholinesterase inhibitors (CIs) and memantine (MEM). A pivotal study conducted by Dr. Alireza Atri and coll
- Helping MS Patients Achieve Restful and Restorative Sleephttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/ms-immune-disorders/pn0308-ms-sleep-feature-pdf/31044/Sleep Disorders in Multiple Sclerosis: Comprehensive Review and Management StrategiesPatients with clinically active multiple sclerosis (MS) frequently report significant daytime fatigue, often ranking it among their top three concerns. This fatigue surpasses that experienced by the general populati
- Dementia Insightshttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/alzheimer-disease-dementias/pn0907-dementia-pdf/31121/Anosognosia in Alzheimer’s Disease: Understanding Unawareness of Cognitive DeficitsAnosognosia, the lack of awareness of one’s own cognitive and functional impairments, is a significant challenge in managing Alzheimer’s Disease (AD). Research indicates that over half of AD patients exhibit partial o
- Movement Disorders Focushttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/movement-disorders/pn0707-movementdisorders-pdf/31157/Psychosis in Parkinson’s Disease: Clinical Insights and ManagementPsychosis is a significant non-motor complication in Parkinson’s disease (PD), impacting approximately one-third of patients. Initially, patients often experience benign visual hallucinations, such as brief, non-threatening images of
- Therapeutics Q&Ahttps://practicalneurology.com/columns/practice-management/therapeutics-qa/31169/In the June 2007 issue of *Practical Neurology*, experts discuss critical considerations for selecting anti-epileptic drugs (AEDs) in epilepsy patients with concurrent sleep disorders. The panel, including Drs. Carl Bazil, Beth Malow, Erik St. Louis, and Michael Sperling, deliberates on whether slee
- Are You Prepared to Handle Viral Meningitis?https://practicalneurology.com/columns/practice-management/are-you-prepared-to-handle-viral-meningitis/31163/Accurate diagnosis and thorough evaluation of viral meningitis are pivotal in minimizing unnecessary treatments and reducing patient morbidity and mortality. Viral meningitis remains a significant contributor to aseptic meningitis cases, with over 100,000 instances annually in the United States alon
- Achieving Proper Balance in Combination Therapy for Alzheimer'shttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/alzheimer-disease-dementias/PN0107ComboFea-pdf/31224/Optimizing Alzheimer's Disease Management: Current Therapies and Future DirectionsAlzheimer’s disease (AD) remains a formidable challenge in neurology, significantly impacting patients and their caregivers from mild to advanced stages. While a definitive cure is yet to be discovered, existing therap
- Dementia Insightshttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/alzheimer-disease-dementias/PN0906dementia-pdf/31270/Chronic alcohol consumption presents significant challenges in the context of cognitive impairment and dementia, as highlighted in a recent Practical Neurology article by Dr. David S. Geldmacher. Clinicians often encounter patients questioning the safety of alcohol intake post-consultation, a scenar
- Vascular Clinichttps://practicalneurology.com/columns/practice-management/vascular-clinic/31277/Optimizing Antihypertensive Therapy for Stroke Prevention: Insights for NeurologistsAntihypertensive therapy stands as the cornerstone of stroke prevention, significantly reducing stroke recurrence more effectively than many other medical interventions, including antiplatelet and cholesterol-lowerin