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The Role of Neurology and Treatment of Brain Injury

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  Neurology is an extremely vital science and practice that deals with the ever-expanding variety of diseases and conditions related to or affected by our bodies' nervous system. It includes diagnosis, treatment, and study of these diseases like stroke, multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and many more. Thus, the role of research and nurses and doctors in the neurology department globally is a highly commendable and respected one.   TBI or Traumatic Brain Injury TBI deals with any form of disruption to the standard functionalities of one's brain via external trauma ranging from mild jolts or jabs to more serious blows to the head and any object rupturing tissues and nerves by piercing the flesh and skull. The symptoms of brain injury, if not externally noticeable, include decreased consciousness, concussions, amnesia of any extent, loss of vision or speech, or any other impairment caused by damaged nerves, or an altered mental state and well-being.   ...

Understanding Mental and Physical Health Issues After Severe Head Injury

  Head injuries are often downplayed by people who take part in any sport as it is all part of the game' but can be quite dangerous. Their post-injury issues vary based on the location and intensity of the impact, and so do the treatments that follow. Some injuries are more temporary, and the brain can regain a healthy state over time and with the right treatments, whereas others are chronic and can't be undone. But the majority of the time, even if the patient's physical health completely recovers, their mental state is still in shock and has longer-lasting issues post-accident.   Emotional and Physical Trauma post-TBI Physical trauma depends on the kind of accident that took place. A few are listed below: §   Brain tissue damage §   Internal bleeding §   Hematoma or blood clots §   Fractured Skull §   Intracranial injuries §   Debris trapped in the skull or brain. §   Hydrocephalus or the buildup of fluids in the brain ...