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  1. Genetic brain disorders affect the development and function of the brain. Some are inherited, some are caused by exposure, and ... A genetic brain disorder is caused by a variation or a mutation in a gene. A variation is a different form of ...
  2. ... such as vision loss, weakness, and paralysis. Genetic brain disorders, which are caused by changes in genes (also ... may be temporary or permanent. The symptoms of brain diseases vary widely, depending on the specific problem. In ...
  3. Epilepsy is a brain disorder that causes people to have seizures. The seizures may be mild or severe. Learn about causes, diagnosis, and treatment. ... Epilepsy is a brain disorder that causes people to have recurring seizures. The seizures happen when clusters of nerve cells, or neurons, in the ...
  4. ... A quick skin biopsy could help spot major brain disorders Researchers are trying new ways to detect brain disorders. One study developed a simple skin biopsy that ...
  5. Alzheimer's disease is a brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills. It's the most common cause of dementia among older adults. ... of dementia among older people. Dementia is a brain disorder that seriously affects a person's ability to carry ...
  6. Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) is a rare, degenerative brain disorder. CJD progresses rapidly and is fatal. Learn how ... Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) is a rare, degenerative brain disorder. Symptoms usually start around age 60. Memory problems, ...
  7. Rivastigmine is used to treat dementia (a brain disorder that affects the ability to remember, think clearly, communicate, and perform daily activities and may cause changes in mood and personality) in people ...
  8. ... transdermal patches are used to treat dementia (a brain disorder that affects the ability to remember, think clearly, ... and personality) in people with Alzheimer's disease (a brain disease that slowly destroys the memory and the ability ...
  9. Donepezil is used to treat dementia (a brain disorder that affects the ability to remember, think clearly, communicate, and perform daily activities and may cause changes in mood and personality) in people ...
  10. Brain Diseases Featured Articles : Brain Diseases Latest Video MedlinePlus.gov Covers Over 1000 Health Topics Produced by the National Library of Medicine, the world's largest medical ...
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