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Neurological disorders are conditions that target how your nervous system (brain, spinal cord and nerves) functions. There are hundreds of neurological disorders like Alzheimer’s disease, multiple sclerosis and meningitis, for example. A neurological disorder is any disorder of the nervous system.
Understanding the Context
Structural, biochemical or electrical abnormalities in the brain, spinal cord, or other nerves can result in a range of symptoms. Neurological disorders are among the leading causes of disability worldwide, affecting people of all ages. They impact the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves, often disrupting movement, memory, speech, sensation, and cognition. This article explores five common neurological disorders, including their associated causes, symptoms, and treatments.
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Access a list of more than 400 neurological disorders from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. Summaries give symptom descriptions, treatment options, and prognosis, along with information about ongoing research on causes, diagnosis, and potential therapies. There are many different types of neurological diseases. These are broken down by each type below, along with examples of common conditions that fall under each type. Weill Cornell Medicine's General Neurology practice cares for patients suffering from chronic conditions including neurological damage caused by trauma; head, back and neck pain; seizures; peripheral neuropathy and neurological dysfunctions related to other medical conditions.