Multiple sclerosis, or MS, is an autoimmune disease. Normally your immune system protects you by attacking invaders such as viruses and bacteria. With MS and other autoimmune diseases, your immune system reacts abnormally. When you have MS, it attacks the nerves in your brain and spine.
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Myasthenia gravis is a disease of the central nervous system characterized by sporadic muscular fatigue and weakness. It occurs chiefly in the muscles of swallowing and chewing, as well as the muscles of the eyes, face, and neck. This video explores possible causes of this disease, as well as available treatments.
Myasthenia gravis is a disease of the central nervous system characterized by sporadic muscular fatigue and weakness. This video explores possible causes of this disease, as well as available treatments.
Tension headaches are usually dull, aching, or throbbing headaches often associated with sensations of fullness, tightness, or pressure. The pain involves both sides of the head and neck. In this video, you'll find out more about symptoms, possible causes, and recommended treatments.
Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is a short-term but often life-threatening disorder that affects the nerves in the body. GBS can cause muscle weakness, pain, and short-term (temporary) paralysis of the facial, chest, and leg muscles.
