Slight edema of the right leg and ankle was noted ... On the 7 th hospital day a laminectomy, with decompression of the cervical spinal cord, was performed. It was considered a very important ...

Spinal cord injury leads to loss of innervation of skeletal muscle, decreased motor function, and significantly reduced load on skeletal muscle, resulting in atrophy. Factors such as braking, hormone ...

Spinal cord injury (SCI) is a severe traumatic condition that frequently results in various neurological disabilities, including significant sensory, motor, and autonomic dysfunctions. Ferroptosis, a ...

Michigan has identified 11 confirmed or probable mumps infections thus far in 2025. The contagious viral infection, which affects the salivary glands and causes painful swelling of the jaw, is spread ...

Possible diagnostic tests include: Blood cultures to determine the type of bacteria involved Imaging studies to look for swelling in the brain or spinal cord Spinal tap to test the cerebrospinal fluid ...

Meningitis causes inflammation in the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord, called the meninges, while encephalitis is inflammation ... Both are characterized by inflammation and swelling.

Research suggests that certain sexually transmitted infections can damage brain cells and trigger chronic inflammation, which may significantly increase the risk of developing dementia.

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The health department does not believe there were any close contacts or exposures to the adult resident diagnosed with mumps.

Constipation makes passing stool difficult or painful. Changes in lifestyle or diet may help relieve constipation. Sometimes, ...