Brain

Febrile seizures are seizures that occur during a fever. They are one of the most common nervous system problems of childhood. They typically appear between 6 months and 3 years of age. This video looks at the possible causes, typical symptoms, and what you should do as a parent.

Each part of your brain has a different role. The brain controls your breathing, heart rate, digestion, temperature regulation, your five senses, and movement. The brain also allows you to think, handle emotions, and make judgments among many other critical functions.

A brain aneurysm is a balloon-like bulge in the wall of th brain artery. If it tears and bleeds, nearby cells can be damaged.

Learn the different types of brain aneurysms.

Understand what a bleeding aneurysm can do to your brain cells.

These tests can help diagnose a brain aneurysm.

A brain cyst is an abnormal fluid-filled sac in the brain. A cyst may contain blood, pus, or other material. In the brain, a cyst may contain cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). CSF normally bathes and cushions the brain and spinal cord. Often, a brain cyst begins before birth.

A chiari malformation is a problem in the structure of the skull and brain. It is often present at birth.

Brain death means the brain no longer functions. No blood is flowing to the brain. The thinking part of the brain (cerebrum) as well as the part of the brain responsible for breathing and reflexes (brain stem) no longer work.

Tension headaches are usually dull, aching, or throbbing headaches often associated with sensations of fullness, tightness, or pressure. The pain involves both sides of the head and neck. In this video, you'll find out more about symptoms, possible causes, and recommended treatments.

Although there are several types of headaches, migraine and tension headaches affect the most people. When you have a headache, it isn't your brain that's hurting. Irritated nerves send pain signals to the brain, which identifies where you hurt and how bad the pain is.

Tension headaches cause a dull, steady pain on both sides of the head and in the neck and the back of the head. The eyes may also feel tired. Tension headache can be caused by lack of sleep, poor posture, eyestrain, stress, and other factors.

With a migraine, you may have nausea and vomiting and be sensitive to light and sound. You may also have warning signs, such as flashing lights or loss of vision, before the pain starts. Cluster headaches recur in groups for days, weeks, or months.

Most headaches aren't serious and can be relieved with self-care. But some headaches may be a sign of another health problem like eye trouble or high blood pressure. To find the best treatment, learn what kind of headaches you get.

Headache pain can start in different structures in the head. The brain itself doesn't hurt, but other parts of the head do. Very rarely are headaches a sign of a serious medical problem.

A migraine headache tends to progress in stages. Learning these stages can help you better understand what is happening. Then you can learn ways to reduce pain and relieve other symptoms. Methods for relieving your symptoms include self-care and medicines.

The first step in preventing migraines is to learn what triggers them. You may then be able to control your triggers to avoid or reduce the severity of your migraines.

A migraine is a type of severe headache. Having a migraine can be very painful. But there are steps you can take to help prevent migraines.

Lifestyle changes are the key to preventing tension-type headaches. Learn what changes in your environment and daily activities can prevent the strain and tension that lead to headaches.

A tension-type headache can develop slowly. Being aware of the symptoms helps you recognize a headache early. Then you can act to reduce pain and ease tension. Methods for relieving your symptoms include self-care and medicine.

As your surgery nears, you may wonder about your future health care needs. You may also have questions about how to prepare for your craniotomy. This information can help.

Learn what to expect the day of your surgery.

Learn about the types of procedures used in craniotomy.

Learn what happens in the hospital after craniotomy.

After a craniotomy, medicines are often prescribed to treat side effects and help you feel better. If you had surgery for a brain tumor, you may also have chemotherapy or radiation.

During a temporal artery biopsy, the healthcare provider will remove a small sample of tissue from one or both of your temporal arteries.

Posterior fossa decompression helps treat Chiari malformation. It is the most common treatment for this condition.

Endoscopic third ventriculostomy (ETV) is a type of brain surgery. It treats hydrocephalus.

A mild traumatic brain injury can temporarily change the way your brain works. Know what to look out for.

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a sudden jolt to your head that changes how your brain works. It can cause trouble sleeping.

Because a jolt to your head also causes a jolt to your neck, headaches with neck pain are the most common types of pain after a traumatic brain injury. About half of people with a TBI suffer from headaches.

One of the most common symptoms of a traumatic brain injury (TBI) is slowed thinking. After TBI, you may have trouble remembering things, getting organized, or finding the right words to use when speaking.

You can develop post-traumatic stress disorder after a traumatic brain injury. TBI and PTSD can cause similar problems.

Substance abuse can lead to a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). And having a TBI can lead to substance abuse, even if you haven't had a problem with substance abuse in the past. Here's what you need to know.

If you have a loved one with a Traumatic Brain Injury, it is important to learn as much as you can about the condition so you can take an active role in caregiving.

Most TBI symptoms do and will improve with time. And even though some symptoms may last for years or even a lifetime, you can find ways to cope. Here's what you need to know.

One of the changes that can happen after a traumatic brain injury is depression. Read on to learn about symptoms and treatment.

Dealing with anxiety is a common symptom of a traumatic brain injury. But when fear and worry become so strong that they get in the way of your ability to live your life, you could have an anxiety disorder. Read on to learn more.

Having a traumatic brain injury and getting better after a TBI are life-changing and stressful events. Some people develop a group of symptoms called adjustment disorder after a trauma like a TBI.

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is an injury to your brain that changes the way your brain works. A TBI can be mild, moderate, or severe. Here are tips to prevent a TBI.

You need to be an active member of your recovery team and work closely with all the other team members. Let's take a look at who might be on your recovery team.

After a brain injury, a person may be less able to coordinate sequential activities, process thought, and use language. At first, therapy may be provided by medical professionals and therapists. But often longer-term support by family and friends is needed. Read on to learn more.

Sometimes an injury damages the part of the brain that controls balance, sight, or hearing. Or memory loss may keep a person from remembering certain sights, sounds, smells, or tastes. Some people have trouble handling abstract ideas such as time. Or they may simply forget what they are doing from one moment to the next. Here are things that can help.

After a brain injury, a person may behave in new or different ways and may have personality changes. Here are things to expect and how you might help.

A traumatic brain injury can affect other parts of the body too. As a result, people who have a brain injury may have little or no control over their bodies. Read on to learn more.

Any brain injury may lead to some changes in the affected person and their family members. Talk and plan with the rest of your family. Your roles may change.

The brain controls the body. You can move and feel because of the brain. And it is the brain that makes you able to think, to show emotions, and to make judgments. The brain is protected by the skull, tissue, and fluid.

Head trauma can be fatal. The effects from some types of head trauma may not appear right away. So it's important to get medical attention for any severe head injury.