How is a video EEG performed? A video EEG (electroencephalograph) monitoring is a diagnostic procedure using EEG and video recordings simultaneously in order to monitor seizure activity. A video EEG monitoring is usually performed in a hospital. The duration of the video EEG monitoring depends on the frequency of the seizures. A video EEG (electroencephalograph) …
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What is a migraine? The exact cause of migraines remains a mystery. However, several factors are associated with migraines. A migraine is a complex disorder that involves episodes of recurrent and severe headaches. A migraine headache is usually on one side and may be associated with visual or sensory symptoms, collectively called aura. The aura may occur before, during or …
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How does HPV spread? HPV infections often resolve without treatment and do not cause any health problems. Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common viral infection that is transmitted through sexual activity. Papillomaviruses are viruses that infect only humans. It is mainly a skin-borne disease. People can get an HPV infection by having vaginal, anal, or oral sex with someone …
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What is an amygdalohippocampectomy? An amygdalohippocampectomy is a surgical operation to remove a portion of the brain as a treatment for temporal lobe epilepsy. An amygdalohippocampectomy is a surgical operation to remove a portion of the brain as a treatment for temporal lobe epilepsy. The procedure involves the selective removal of certain portions of the brain’s temporal lobe. The temporal …
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How does atrial fibrillation occur? Most common causes leading to atrial fibrillation include heart valve disease, heart failure, and others. Atrial fibrillation (AF) is an abnormal heart rhythm characterized by an irregular and fast heartbeat. The upper chambers of the heart (atria) beat chaotically. This can cause pooling and clotting of blood in the atria, instead of it emptying into …
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What is an IUD? Getting an IUD is generally not excessively painful. An intrauterine device (IUD) is a small T-shaped birth control device, about the size of a quarter, that is placed inside a woman’s uterus to prevent pregnancy. It is a reversible contraceptive, meaning it can be removed if pregnancy is desired. IUDs are one of the most popular …
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What is a posterior tibial nerve block? A posterior tibial nerve block is used to deaden sensation in the foot, usually as part of a surgical procedure. A posterior tibial nerve block is a procedure for numbing a portion of the foot. An anesthetic injection is administered near the ankle on the inside of the leg, close to the posterior …
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What is eye twitching? The twitching or spasms are usually very mild and feel like a gentle tug or flickering of the eyelid. An eye/eyelid twitch (myokymia), is an involuntary, repeated spasm of the eyelid muscle. It can occur in the upper or lower lids. It is usually harmless and resolves without any treatment. What causes eyelid twitching? Some common …
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What is a tension headache? The exact cause for tension headaches is unknown, but the triggering factors are stress, anxiety, poor posture, depression. and more. A tension headache is the most common type of headache seen in adults. It is so common that we often consider it a normal occurrence. A tension headache is also called a tension-type headache (TTH). …
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What is bipolar disorder? Bipolar disorder is a mental condition that causes unusual and extreme shifts in mood. Bipolar disorder is characterized by periods of deep, prolonged and profound depression that alternate with periods of an excessively elevated or irritable mood known as mania. Bipolar disorder is also called manic-depressive illness or manic depression. Bipolar disorder does not have any cure, …
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