Brain & Nervous System: Treatments

Page: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | Next

  • Spina Bifida - Home Treatment

    Article
    05/10/07, Healthwise

    Having enough folic acid (a B vitamin) in your diet is an important part of preventing spina bifida and other neural tube defects. To be effective, it needs to be consumed before a baby is conceived. To reduce the risk o

    50

  • Epilepsy - When To Call a Doctor

    Article
    10/29/07, Healthwise

    Seizures do not always require urgent care. However, callor other emergency services immediately if:

    60

  • Epilepsy - Home Treatment

    Article
    10/29/07, Healthwise

    Controlling seizures caused by epilepsy requires a daily commitment to following your treatment plan. If you are using antiepileptic medicine, you must take your medicine exactly as prescribed. Not following the treatment plan is

    100

  • Epilepsy - Other Treatment

    Article
    10/29/07, Healthwise

    For many years, antiepileptic medicine was the only treatment for people with epilepsy. This is still true for many people, although surgery is now an option for some. Seizures that cannot be controlled with medicine or treated by

    80

  • Autism - Home Treatment

    Article
    06/07/06, Healthwise

    Having a child with autism requires taking a proactive approach to learning about the condition and its treatment while working closely with others involved in your child's care. You also need to take care of yourself so that you

    88

  • Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) - Home Treatment

    Article
    09/07/06, Healthwise

    If you have amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), it is important for you and your family to learn to cope with the effects of the disease. Much of your care will take place at home, and good home treatment can sometimes help manag

    100

  • Tay-Sachs Disease - Home Treatment

    Article
    04/14/06, Healthwise

    Home treatment for Tay-Sachs disease consists of providing comfort and preparing for the course the disease will take.

    0

  • Congenital Hydrocephalus - Home Treatment

    Article
    02/17/06, Healthwise

    Home treatment for congenital hydrocephalus consists of monitoring your child for any changes that might indicate pressure on the brain or failure of a shunt.

    60

  • Guillain-BarrĂ© Syndrome - Home Treatment

    Article
    08/17/06, Healthwise

    After having Guillain-Barré syndrome, you may have to wait several months before you can return to your regular daily activities. Support at home is important during this time. You may need temporary help with some of your activit

    80

  • Parkinson's Disease - What Happens

    Article
    12/13/06, Healthwise

    The symptoms and the course of Parkinson's disease can vary a great deal from person to person. There is no known cure for Parkinson's disease. However, drugs, surgery, exercise, and lifestyle changes can relieve some symptoms of the

    84
Page: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | Next

Filter Articles By:

In the Spotlight

Concussions

Concussions occur when your brain crashes into your skull, usually from a sudden knock or unexpected blow.

Prevention is Key »

Yahoo! Groups

Join the Conversation:

Join a Yahoo! Group and discuss topics with other members of the group.

All Neurological Groups »

Search on Yahoo! Health

Yahoo! Health Videos

My Health

help

Tip of the Day

Provided by: RealAge

For a quick and easy boost to your brainpower this weekend, pull down the shades, close your eyes, and catch some daytime ZZZs. Read More »

View All Tips »
Add to My Yahoo!RSS Feed

Tell us what you think about Yahoo! Health - Send us your feedback