Many ADHD Drugs Linked to Painful Erections: FDA
Agency wants drug labels to reflect this rare risk
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Teen Use of Stimulants for ADHD on the Rise
Growing numbers of teens are receiving prescription stimulants to treat the symptoms of their attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
FDA Highlights ADHD Drug Warnings
The FDA ordered all ADHD drug makers to print patient medication guides warning of possible heart and psychiatric risks associated with the drugs.
Sleep Disorders, Attention Problems Linked
Sleep disorders are associated with numerous health consequences, now a new study shows that a link may exist between sleep difficulties and attention deficit disorder in adults.
Guillain Barre Syndrome
Find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of Guillain Barre syndrome, including medical reference, news, pictures, videos, and more.
ADD and ADHD Special Feature Stories and News
Find special feature stories and news on ADD and ADHD Health at WebMD
Dementia Risk Higher if Your Spouse Has Dementia
Older men living with wives who have dementia have an almost 12-fold increased risk for developing dementia themselves, a new study shows.
What Are the Treatments for Transient Global Amnesia?
Transient global amnesia tends to occur more often in people older than 50.elderly women image by leafy from Fotolia.comTransient global amnesia (TGA) is a neural condition that can cause acute temporary memory loss. People who suffer from TGA are unable to retain any memories of recent...
Multiple Sclerosis: Medicines for Muscle Stiffness and Tremors-Related Information
A list of topics related to Multiple Sclerosis: Medicines for Muscle Stiffness and Tremors.
What Is Sural Nerve Neuropathy?
Like other tissues in the body, nerves are susceptible to disease or trauma. This is particularly true of peripheral nerves, which act as a communications highway linking the brain and spinal cord with the rest of the body. As a subtype of peripheral neuropathy, sural nerve damage has important char
Spinal Vascular Malformations: An Historical Perspective
This study traces the historical development of the concepts and treatment of spinal vascular lesions.
Minocycline in Children As a Treatment for Angelman Syndrome
This study indicates that the antibiotic minocycline may ameliorate the CNS symptoms associated with Angleman syndrome and improve behavioral performance. What might be the mechanism of action?
New Content, New Topics Fill Buckets to Overflowing
So far, 2004 is shaping up to be the "Year of the Brain" at Medscape, with quite a few new features joining old favorites.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Treatment in Children
WebMD explains the different treatments for ADHD in children. Find out about the medications and the behavior management techniques that are used to treat ADHD.
How to Test for Optic Nerve Damage
The optic nerve is a rope of tissue running between the eye and brain. It is composed of millions of cells tasked with capturing the electrical impulses of the retina and transferring them to the brain for interpretation. When too many of the nerve cells malfunction, it results in optic nerve damage
Neuroacanthocytosis
Important It is possible that the main title of the report Neuroacanthocytosis is not the name you expected. Please check the synonyms listing to find the alternate name(s) and disorder subdivision(s) covered by this report. ...
Scalar Wave Healing Brings Relief in Various Ailments
People suffer from a variety of ailments that makes their lives difficult. Some people suffer from arteriosclerosis, while some from diabetes. These ailments bring a pause to a healthy lifestyle.
What Is Lewy Body Dementia?
WebMD explains the causes, symptoms, and treatment for one of the most common types of dementia.
Therapeutic Decision Making in a New Drug Era in MS
A new therapeutic era offers renewed hope for patients affected by MS, but it brings with it greater challenges for clinical decision makers. How should you choose the most appropriate therapy?
How to Drive After a Spinal Cord Injury
You may injure your spinal cord after trauma or from a disease, resulting in a loss of function. Typically, your ability to feel or move has become impaired in some fashion. In severe cases you may be forced to use a wheelchair. While spinal cord injury (SPI) may change your life dramatically, you a