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In Epilepsy Care, Non-pharmacologic Research Takes Center Stage
https://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/epilepsy-seizures/in-epilepsy-care-non-pharmacologic-research-takes-center-stage/30602/Researchers say minimally invasive surgeries, alternative interventions, and new genetic findings are the top stories of 2014.An Update on the Management of Chronic Migraine
https://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/headache-pain/an-update-on-the-management-of-chronic-migraine/30697/In 1672, Thomas Willis provided the first description of chronic migraine (CM) when he reported the case of the philosopher, Anne, Viscountess Conway, who was also treated by William Harvey and Robert Boyle without success.1-4 Has our treatment of chronic migraine since improved?Chronic Facial Weakness and Deafness
https://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/stroke/chronic-facial-weakness-and-deafness/31104/A 66-year-old Indian man reported bilateral facial weakness that started when he was 15 to 20 years old and affected both upper and lower parts of the face. Two to three years later, he developed hoarseness and was found to have bilateral vocal cord paralysis, which required a tracheostomy several y- Expert Opinionhttps://practicalneurology.com/columns/practice-management/expert-opinion/31146/Celiac Disease and Its Neurological Implications: Essential Insights for NeurologistsCeliac disease (CD), an autoimmune disorder triggered by gluten ingestion in genetically predisposed individuals, is traditionally recognized for its gastrointestinal manifestations such as chronic diarrhea, weight
- Exploring the Connection Between Epilepsy and Religionhttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/epilepsy-seizures/PN0508Religion-pdf/31027/Epilepsy and Its Intersection with Religious Experiences: Historical and Clinical InsightsEpilepsy has long been intertwined with religious and supernatural beliefs, a relationship that has evolved significantly over millennia. Historically, civilizations such as the Greeks and Romans attributed sei
- Expert Opinionhttps://practicalneurology.com/columns/practice-management/expert-opinion/31080/Differential Diagnosis and Management of Severe Orbital, Frontal, and Facial Pain SyndromesIn a recent case presented by Nahas et al., an 68-year-old male experienced a three-month history of recurrent, intense pain localized to the right eye, forehead, and face. Described as stabbing and lancinatin
- Managing Nocturnal Agitation in Dementia Patientshttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/alzheimer-disease-dementias/PN1205nocturnalagitation-pdf/31367/Managing Nocturnal Agitation in Dementia Patients: Insights and StrategiesNocturnal agitation, commonly referred to as "sundowning," is a prevalent phenomenon in dementia patients, characterized by increased behavioral disturbances such as agitation, confusion, disorientation, and wandering during t
- Uncovering the Cause of Neuropathyhttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/neuromuscular/PN0305FeaNeuropathy-pdf/31482/Asymmetric Neuropathies: Diverse Etiologies and Clinical ApproachesAsymmetric neuropathy represents a significant referral reason to neurologists, contrasting with the more common symmetric, length-dependent variants. This condition encompasses a broad differential diagnosis, often presenting treata
- Making the Switch: When and How to Step-Up MS Therapyhttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/ms-immune-disorders/PN1108MS-pdf/30974/Advancements and Considerations in Multiple Sclerosis TherapeuticsOver the past quarter-century, Multiple Sclerosis (MS) treatment has evolved rapidly, marked by the FDA approval of six disease-modifying therapies (DMTs) with several more in development. This acceleration contrasts with the decade-l
- Expert Opinionhttps://practicalneurology.com/columns/practice-management/expert-opinion/31004/Malignant Hyperthermia: Clinical Insights and ManagementMalignant hyperthermia (MH) is a rare, life-threatening hypermetabolic neuromuscular disorder predominantly triggered by specific anesthetic agents in susceptible individuals, often presenting during general anesthesia. A notable case involved