All articles tagged with #neurological disorder
Gary Graffman was a renowned pianist and teacher whose career was impacted by a neurological condition that limited him to his left hand, but he later became a distinguished educator and president of the Curtis Institute. He died at age 97 after a short illness.
Actress Isabelle Tate died at 23 due to Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, a hereditary neurological disorder causing nerve damage and muscle weakness, which she had been living with since age 13. The disease is usually not fatal but can affect breathing muscles in rare cases. Tate was known for her vibrant personality and recent acting debut in '9-1-1 Nashville.' She is survived by her family and remembered for her resilience and love for life.
Isabelle Tate, a 23-year-old actress known for her role in 9-1-1: Nashville, died from Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, a hereditary neurological disorder that causes nerve damage and muscle weakness, with her family requesting donations to the CMT Association.
Actress Isabelle Tate died at 23 due to Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, a hereditary neurological disorder causing nerve damage and muscle weakness, which she had been battling since age 13. The disease is usually not fatal but can affect breathing muscles in rare cases. Tate was known for her vibrant personality and recent acting debut in '9-1-1: Nashville.' She is survived by her family and remembered for her resilience and love for life.
A man diagnosed with Parkinson's at 52 shares his emotional and physical journey with the disease, highlighting the challenges of symptoms, medication effects, and the impact on his life and creativity, ultimately finding a renewed sense of self and possibility despite the struggles.
A cluster of young adults in south Wales is affected by DRPLA, a rare inherited neurological disorder with no current cure, prompting efforts to raise awareness, improve diagnosis, and explore potential treatments through clinical trials.
Eric Dane, known for 'Grey's Anatomy,' shares his resilience and hope after being diagnosed with ALS, actively participating in research and treatments to slow the disease's progression, while expressing optimism about future advancements and his personal fight.
Eric Dane revealed on Good Morning America that he has ALS, with his right arm no longer functioning and concerns about losing his left side and legs, highlighting the devastating progression of the disease and his emotional response to his diagnosis and family.
Researchers have found that sodium oxybate, a drug used for narcolepsy, may help alleviate symptoms of laryngeal dystonia (LD), a condition causing voice spasms, similar to the effects of alcohol but without intoxication. This discovery offers hope for patients like Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who suffer from LD and have limited treatment options, as Botox is ineffective for many. A study showed that sodium oxybate improved speech in some patients, and further research is underway to confirm its efficacy and safety.
AKtivate Fitness, a boxing studio in Cary, is helping people with Parkinson's disease stay active through non-contact, boxing-based fitness classes. The studio's owners are certified trainers for Rock Steady Boxing, a national brand that aims to improve the quality of life for those with Parkinson's. Clients have reported improved strength and symptom management, with exercise, movement, and mobility being crucial for their well-being. The classes provide a supportive community for individuals to fight for the best quality of life possible.
Victor Sharrah, a 59-year-old man from Tennessee, has prosopometamorphopsia (PMO), a rare neurological disorder that causes human faces to appear as demonic figures. Fewer than 100 cases of PMO have been reported since 1904, and many doctors are unaware of the condition. Researchers used Victor's case to digitally recreate distorted human faces for a scientific study, gaining new insight into the rare disorder. The disorder is linked to dysfunction in the brain network that handles facial processing, but its triggers remain unclear. Victor's symptoms are alleviated by wearing glasses with green-tinted lenses, allowing him to see faces as they really are.
Nodding syndrome, a mysterious neurological disorder, has affected thousands of children in South Sudan's Western Equatoria state, with its cause still unknown and no cure found. The disease, which leads to seizures and social isolation, has been linked to exposure to black-fly bites and onchocerciasis infection. Efforts to eradicate the black fly and treat onchocerciasis have shown promise in reducing new cases. Specialized clinics providing free epilepsy drugs have helped improve the lives of affected individuals, with some successfully returning to school and overcoming stigma.
A 58-year-old man suffers from prosopometamorphopsia, a rare neurological-visual disorder causing him to see every face as demonic, with severely stretched features and deep grooves. Researchers at Dartmouth College detailed his case in The Lancet, noting that the man didn't have delusional beliefs about the people around him. The cause is unknown, but a cyst was found in his brain, similar to other cases. There is no known treatment, and the condition may eventually go away for some, but for others, it's more or less permanent.
Computer-generated images provide insight into the visual distortions experienced by individuals with prosopometamorphopsia (PMO), a rare neurological disorder that affects perception of faces. A 58-year-old man with PMO reported seeing distorted and "demonic" faces, but could still recognize individuals. Researchers found no delusional beliefs associated with the distortions and created images based on the patient's descriptions. The study aims to raise awareness about the severity of PMO and was published in The Lancet journal.
Victor Sharrah was diagnosed with prosopometamorphopsia (PMO), a rare neurological disorder causing faces to appear distorted, after experiencing demonic facial distortions following carbon monoxide poisoning and a head injury. Researchers at Dartmouth College created digital representations of his visual experiences, shedding light on the condition. PMO symptoms often resolve but can persist for years, and may be underreported and misdiagnosed as mental health disorders. Sharrah copes with the condition by wearing green-tinted glasses and aims to raise awareness to prevent others from unnecessary institutionalization and medication.