MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Botulism

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Site description: Includes information on the causative agent, Clostridium botulinum, risk factors, symptoms, tests, treatment, and prevention.




Topic: Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Peripheral_Nervous_System/Neuromuscular_Junction_Diseases/Botulism
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Previous 270Kentucky AIDS Drug Assistance Program Contact and Eligibilityhttp://www.atdn.org/access/states/ky/ky.html Kentucky AIDS Drug Assistance Program Contact and EligibilityTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Immune_Disorders/Immune_Deficiency/AIDS/Regional/North_America/United_States/Kentucky Contact information for KY ADAP director, financial and medical eligibility criterias for the Kentucky ADAP.
Other resource N0 Montana AIDS Drug Assistance Program Contact and Eligibilityhttp://www.atdn.org/access/states/mt/mt.html Montana AIDS Drug Assistance Program Contact and EligibilityTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Immune_Disorders/Immune_Deficiency/AIDS/Regional/North_America/United_States/Montana Contact information for MT ADAP director, financial and medical eligibility criterias for the Montana ADAP.
Other resource N1 Wyoming AIDS Drug Assistance Program Contact and Eligibilityhttp://www.atdn.org/access/states/wy/wy.html Wyoming AIDS Drug Assistance Program Contact and EligibilityTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Immune_Disorders/Immune_Deficiency/AIDS/Regional/North_America/United_States/Wyoming Contact information for WY ADAP director, financial and medical eligibility criterias for the Wyoming ADAP.
Other resource N2 HEAL: Health Education AIDS Liaisonhttp://www.healaids.com/ HEAL: Health Education AIDS LiaisonTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Immune_Disorders/Immune_Deficiency/AIDS/Regional/North_America/United_States/New_York Provides information and support to people with HIV+ or living with AIDS.
Other resource N3 Ohio AIDS Drug Assistance Program Contact and Eligibilityhttp://www.atdn.org/access/states/oh/oh.html Ohio AIDS Drug Assistance Program Contact and EligibilityTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Immune_Disorders/Immune_Deficiency/AIDS/Regional/North_America/United_States/Ohio Contact information for OH ADAP director, financial and medical eligibility criterias for the Ohio ADAP.
Other resource N4 Oregon Health Division's HIV Programhttp://www.dhs.state.or.us/publichealth/hiv/ Oregon Health Division's HIV ProgramTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Immune_Disorders/Immune_Deficiency/AIDS/Regional/North_America/United_States/Oregon The Oregon Health Division's HIV Section home page, a part of the combined HST Program (HIV/STD/TB).
Other resource N5 House of Mercy, Inc.http://www.thehouseofmercy.org House of Mercy, Inc.Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Immune_Disorders/Immune_Deficiency/AIDS/Regional/North_America/United_States/North_Carolina A residential care facility for persons living with AIDS, offering medical, physical, psychological and spiritual support and comfort to its residents. Located in Belmont, North Carolina.
Other resource N6 Rhode Island AIDS Drug Assistance Program Contact and Eligibilityhttp://www.atdn.org/access/states/ri/ri.html Rhode Island AIDS Drug Assistance Program Contact and EligibilityTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Immune_Disorders/Immune_Deficiency/AIDS/Regional/North_America/United_States/Rhode_Island Contact information for RI ADAP director, financial and medical eligibility criterias for the Rhode Island ADAP.
Other resource N7 Texas AIDS Health Fraud Information Networkhttp://www.tahfin.org/ Texas AIDS Health Fraud Information NetworkTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Immune_Disorders/Immune_Deficiency/AIDS/Regional/North_America/United_States/Texas Works to expose questionable and dangerous HIV treatments that can cause harm to Texans with HIV.
Other resource N8 Utah AIDS Drug Assistance Program Contact and Eligibilityhttp://www.atdn.org/access/states/ut/ut.html Utah AIDS Drug Assistance Program Contact and EligibilityTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Immune_Disorders/Immune_Deficiency/AIDS/Regional/North_America/United_States/Utah Contact information for UT ADAP director, financial and medical eligibility criterias for the Utah ADAP.
Other resource N9 Vermont AIDS Drug Assistance Program Contact and Eligibilityhttp://www.atdn.org/access/states/vt/vt.html Vermont AIDS Drug Assistance Program Contact and EligibilityTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Immune_Disorders/Immune_Deficiency/AIDS/Regional/North_America/United_States/Vermont Contact information for VT ADAP director, financial and medical eligibility criterias for the Vermont ADAP.
Other resource N10 DC Department of Health HIV/AIDS Serviceshttp://dchealth.dc.gov/about/index_hiv_services.shtm DC Department of Health HIV/AIDS ServicesTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Immune_Disorders/Immune_Deficiency/AIDS/Regional/North_America/United_States/Washington,_DC Offers information about services offered by the HIV/AIDS Administration, including ADAP. Features the District's two year plan, testing sites and conference information.
Other resource N11 Virginia AIDS Drug Assistance Program Contact and Eligibilityhttp://www.atdn.org/access/states/va/va.html Virginia AIDS Drug Assistance Program Contact and EligibilityTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Immune_Disorders/Immune_Deficiency/AIDS/Regional/North_America/United_States/Virginia Contact information for VA ADAP director, financial and medical eligibility criterias for the Virginia ADAP.
Other resource N12 Medical Foundation for AIDS & Sexual Healthhttp://www.medfash.org.uk/ Medical Foundation for AIDS & Sexual HealthTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Immune_Disorders/Immune_Deficiency/AIDS/Regional/Europe/United_Kingdom Information and advice for health-care professionals including current policies, practices and frequently asked questions.
Other resource N13 Drugs & Therapy Perspectiveshttp://pharmacotherapy.medscape.com/adis/DTP/public/journal.DTP.html Drugs & Therapy PerspectivesTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Immune_Disorders/Immune_Deficiency/AIDS/Publications Overviews of new drugs, including comparative data, disease management, adverse drug reactions and interactions, pharmacoeconomics, and outcomes research. Provided by Medscape.
Other resource N14 HIV/AIDS How To Help Yourself Serieshttp://www.niaid.nih.gov/publications/aids.htm HIV/AIDS How To Help Yourself SeriesTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Immune_Disorders/Immune_Deficiency/AIDS/Publications/Brochures Produced by the National Institute of Allergies and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), these easy to read pamphlets explain symptoms, treatments, medicines, research, and how to help yourself in your health care regimen. Topics covered: AIDS-related CMV, AIDS-related MAC, HIV-related TB, PCP, and toxo.
Other resource N15 AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF)http://www.aidshealth.org AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF)Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Immune_Disorders/Immune_Deficiency/AIDS/Events Largest community-based HIV/AIDS medical provider in the nation, serving over 5,000 Los Angeles patients regardless of ability to pay. Soon to serve over 7,500 Florida Medicaid patients through its Positive Healthcare Program.
Other resource N16 Protease Inhibitor Treatment Listhttp://www.PozLink.com/ Protease Inhibitor Treatment ListTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Immune_Disorders/Immune_Deficiency/AIDS/Mailing_Lists An e-mail discussion list for people who are taking or interested in Protease Inhibitors -- the class of anti-HIV drugs. The list processes ~20 messages a day and is available in digest format. Primary language is English.
Other resource N17 WorldsBest-Sexual-Health-Site – HIV Testing Methodshttp://www.worldsbest-sexual-health-site.com/hiv-testing.html WorldsBest-Sexual-Health-Site – HIV Testing MethodsTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Immune_Disorders/Immune_Deficiency/AIDS/Testing Learn about several different testing methods and how reliable the results are.
Other resource N18 Cynthia's Medical Websiteshttp://www.geocities.com/queen_nefertitti/Cyndylinks.html Cynthia's Medical WebsitesTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Immune_Disorders/Auto-Immune This page is links to various websites I created on a variety of auto immune conditions from Asthma to Lupus, to Pernicious Anemia.
Other resource N19 Healthubshttp://www.healthubs.com/polymyositis HealthubsTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Immune_Disorders/Auto-Immune/Myositis A brief definition of polymyositis, followed by links to overviews, full text articles and support groups.
Other resource N20 eMedicine Health - Sjögren Syndromehttp://www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/39683-1.asp eMedicine Health - Sjögren SyndromeTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Immune_Disorders/Auto-Immune/Sjogren's_Syndrome Consumer health resource center providing information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment.
Other resource N21 Sarcoidosis Centerhttp://www.sarcoidcenter.com/ Sarcoidosis CenterTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Immune_Disorders/Auto-Immune/Sarcoidosis Hosted by a pulmonologist whose main interest is sarcoidosis, this site is designed for both patient and physician with an aim to link the sarcoid community for improved communication to share resources and knowledge. Features detailed explanations of sarcoidosis, references, FAQ, literature, names and address for medical and emotional support, as well as relevant internet links.
Other resource N22 Neurosarcoidosishttp://www.elderwyn.com/neurosarcoidosis NeurosarcoidosisTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Immune_Disorders/Auto-Immune/Sarcoidosis A detailed guide to this rare manifestation of sarcoidosis. Includes forum, support group, links, tests, medications and detailed information on this rare disease.
Other resource N23 SarcInfo.comhttp://www.SarcInfo.com SarcInfo.comTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Immune_Disorders/Auto-Immune/Sarcoidosis Contains articles, links to medical journals, and a support forum.
Other resource N24 How to handle myasthenic crisishttp://www.postgradmed.com/issues/2000/04_00/bedlack.htm How to handle myasthenic crisisTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Immune_Disorders/Auto-Immune/Myasthenia_Gravis Written from a medical perspective, this article from PostGraduate Medicine explains how to asses and manage myasthenic patients in crisis.
Other resource N25 Southern Medical Association: Antiphospholipid Syndromehttp://www.sma.org/smj/96jul20.htm Southern Medical Association: Antiphospholipid SyndromeTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Immune_Disorders/Auto-Immune/Antiphospholipid_Syndrome Case study of a 32 year old woman who came to a hospital at 36 weeks pregnancy.
Other resource N26 The News Release of the National Institute of Health About the Mediterranean Feverhttp://www.nih.gov/news/pr/aug97/niams-21.htm The News Release of the National Institute of Health About the Mediterranean FeverTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Immune_Disorders/Familial_Mediterranean_Fever Offers information about the disease.
Other resource N27 Neurological Disorders - MCW HealthLinkhttp://healthlink.mcw.edu/neurological-disorders/ Neurological Disorders - MCW HealthLinkTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders Information on neurological disorders from physicians of the Medical College of Wisconsin.
Other resource N28 CFS / M.E. Information from CFS-NEWShttp://www.cfs-news.org CFS / M.E. Information from CFS-NEWSTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Chronic_Fatigue_Syndrome This is a resource page for chronic fatigue syndrome / myalgic encephalomyelitis, featuring news sources, discussion groups, FAQs, medical documents and links to other related pages.
Other resource N29 American Association for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - AACFShttp://www.aacfs.org/ American Association for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - AACFSTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Chronic_Fatigue_Syndrome/Organizations Organization of research scientists, physicians, licensed medical healthcare professionals, and other individuals and institutions interested in promoting the stimulation, coordination, and exchange of ideas for CFS research and patient care.
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Other resource N34 HealthXplorer.com - Understanding Alzheimer's Diseasehttp://www.healthxplorer.com/alz/ HealthXplorer.com - Understanding Alzheimer's DiseaseTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Alzheimer's A special documentary providing a comprehensive understanding of AD and highlighting advancements in treatment options.
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Other resource N36 Human.IT - Medical Diagnosticshttp://human.IT/med_diag.html Human.IT - Medical DiagnosticsTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Alzheimer's/Research Neuropsychological testing for possible early diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease.
Other resource N37 Duane Retraction Syndromehttp://www.smbs.buffalo.edu/oph/ped/duanes.htm Duane Retraction SyndromeTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Ocular_Motility_Disorders/Duane_Retraction_Syndrome A description of DRS, with clinical manifestations, pathogenesis and treatment. From University at Buffalo School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences.
Other resource N38 National Library of Medicinehttp://www.nlm.nih.gov/cgi/jablonski/syndrome_cgi?term=tuberous+sclerosis&field=name National Library of MedicineTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Neurodegenerative_Diseases/Tuberous_Sclerosis A list of synonyms, a summary and major features of tuberous sclerosis.
Other resource N39 National Dysautonomia Research Foundation -- MSAhttp://www.ndrf.org/MSA.htm National Dysautonomia Research Foundation -- MSATop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Neurodegenerative_Diseases/Multiple_System_Atrophy NDRF provides patient support, medical referral, educational material, newsletters, an online discussion forum and a research protocol database for individuals impacted with dysautonomic disorders.
Other resource N40 Tourette Syndrome Plushttp://www.tourettesyndrome.net/ Tourette Syndrome PlusTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Tourette_Syndrome Information and resources on TS, OCD, ADD, and other neurobehavioral disorders. Special sections on advocacy and parent education, conferences, glossaries, medications, camps, and media coverage of TS.
Other resource N41 Guide to Tics and Tourette Syndromehttp://www.cw.bc.ca/mentalhealth/srvnp2.asp Guide to Tics and Tourette SyndromeTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Tourette_Syndrome Information on assessment and management strategies for uncomplicated Tourette Syndrome. Treatment may include psychology, occupational therapy, Psychoeducation, medication, and community resources. From the Neuropsychiatry Clinic at the Children's and Women's Health Centre of British Columbia.
Other resource N42 Tourette Syndrome Phenomenonhttp://members.tripod.com/~Mark_Kozlowski/ Tourette Syndrome PhenomenonTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Tourette_Syndrome/Personal_Pages Mark Kozlowski provides basic information about TS and its characteristics, symptoms, medications, genetics, and parenting of TS children.
Other resource N43 Tourette Spectrum Disorder Association, Inc.http://www.tourettesyndrome.org/ Tourette Spectrum Disorder Association, Inc.Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Tourette_Syndrome/Organizations Information on diagnosis and treatment of Tourette Syndrome and its spectrum of disorders. Topics covered include support groups, newsletters, medication reference, ADHD, OCD, and Sensory issues. Provides in-service training on behavior management for school staff, recommended reading list, and resource links.
Other resource N44 Cerebral Palsy Tutorialhttp://www.healthsystem.virginia.edu/internet/pediatrics/patients/Tutorials/cp.cfm Cerebral Palsy TutorialTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Cerebral_Palsy Provides information about types, causes, therapy and growing up with CP. From the University of Virginia Health Sciences Center, Children's Medical Center.
Other resource N45 ClinicalTrials.gov: Cerebral Palsyhttp://clinicaltrials.gov/ct/gui/action/FindCondition?ui=D002547&recruiting=true ClinicalTrials.gov: Cerebral PalsyTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Cerebral_Palsy/Treatment Lists medical research and clinical trials involving cerebral palsy patients.
Other resource N46 Georgetown University School of Medicinehttp://www.jeghers.com/annts/horner.htm Georgetown University School of MedicineTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Autonomic_Nervous_System/Horner's_Syndrome A clinical description of horner syndrome, with what lesions or injury it may occur and a brief definition of klympke dejerine syndrome.
Other resource N47 Migraine Health Center - DrDonnica.comhttp://www.drdonnica.com/display.asp?article=67 Migraine Health Center - DrDonnica.comTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Headaches Includes articles, myths, FAQs, press releases and links to other resources.
Other resource N48 Ask Cleveland Clinic Neurology: Med Help Neurology & Neurosurgery Forumhttp://www.medhelp.org/forums/Neuro/ Ask Cleveland Clinic Neurology: Med Help Neurology & Neurosurgery ForumTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Headaches Ask doctors at The Cleveland Clinic a question about headaches and receive an answer free of charge. Forum offers medical advice about the latest treatment options and information on all aspects of the disease.
Other resource N49 Family Healthsitehttp://www.healthatoz.com/healthatoz/Atoz/dc/caz/neur/hach/hach_gen_ovw.jsp Family HealthsiteTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Headaches Discover the different types of headaches from tension to migraine, and learn how to prevent them. Provides the latest news on these disorders along with a quiz to gauge your understanding of them.
Other resource N50 Burnsurvivorsttw.org - Types of Headachehttp://www.burnsurvivorsttw.org/articles/headaches.html Burnsurvivorsttw.org - Types of HeadacheTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Headaches An article on the types of headaches and when to seek medical attention.
Other resource N51 Migraine - Headache Resource Center - HealingWell.comhttp://www.healingwell.com/migraines/ Migraine - Headache Resource Center - HealingWell.comTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Headaches/Migraine Comprehensive site with medical news, information and articles, links, message boards, books, and more on headaches and migraines.
Other resource N52 Mamas Health Migraine Pagehttp://www.mamashealth.com/migraine.asp Mamas Health Migraine PageTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Headaches/Migraine Migraines are more than bad headaches. Learn what they are and what causes them.
Other resource N53 eMedicine Health - Migraine Headaches, Vision Effectshttp://www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/35023-1.asp eMedicine Health - Migraine Headaches, Vision EffectsTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Headaches/Migraine Consumer health resource center providing information on the impact of migraines on vision.
Other resource N54 Enermed approved by Health Canada for treatment of migraine headacheshttp://www.enermed.com/mh.asp Enermed approved by Health Canada for treatment of migraine headachesTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Headaches/Migraine/Treatment Non invasive pulsed electromagnetic Enermed Therapy provides symptomatic relief for migraine headaches and multiple sclerosis. NIH funded double blind study completed
Other resource N55 Basilar Artery Migrainehttp://www.mc.vanderbilt.edu/peds/pidl/neuro/basil.htm Basilar Artery MigraineTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Headaches/Migraine/Basilar A good, though brief, description of basilar artery migraine from Vanderbilt Medical Center.
Other resource N56 WomensHealthChannel - Tension Headacheshttp://www.womenshealthchannel.com/headache/tension.shtml WomensHealthChannel - Tension HeadachesTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Headaches/Tension Brief discussion of the causes, symptoms and treatment of tension-type headache.
Other resource N57 Organization for Understanding Cluster Headacheshttp://www.clusterheadaches.org/ Organization for Understanding Cluster HeadachesTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Headaches/Cluster Information about OUCH and its activities. Includes a quiz, medical information, comparison table and the International Headache Society diagnostic criteria.
Other resource N58 MCW Health Linkhttp://healthlink.mcw.edu/article/921449639.html MCW Health LinkTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Porencephaly An article about porencephaly, which is an extremely rare disorder of the central nervous system involving cysts or cavities in a cerebral hemisphere.
Other resource N59 SIU Center for Epilepsyhttp://www.siumed.edu/neuro/epilepsy.html SIU Center for EpilepsyTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Epilepsy The Center for Epilepsy provides comprehensive care for persons with all types of epilepsy, through advanced diagnositc techniques, specialized pharmacologic therapy, new investigational drugs and devices, and epilepsy surgery.
Other resource N60 eMedicine Healthhttp://www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/9606-1.asp eMedicine HealthTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Epilepsy Consumer health resource center providing information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment of seizures.
Other resource N61 Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Centerhttp://www.bgsm.edu/research/epilepsy.html Wake Forest University Baptist Medical CenterTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Epilepsy/Research A collaborative effort with the University of Virginia, for research in epilepsy. The overall objective of this statewide program is to develop a center to maximize the full potential of each individual with epilepsy through research, education and improved services.
Other resource N62 HealingWell.com - Epilepsy Resource Centerhttp://www.healingwell.com/epilepsy/ HealingWell.com - Epilepsy Resource CenterTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Epilepsy/Resources Directory with medical news, information, articles, links, message boards, books on epilepsy.
Other resource N63 UIC College of Pharmacy: Epilepsy Educationhttp://www.uic.edu/pharmacy/epilepsy UIC College of Pharmacy: Epilepsy EducationTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Epilepsy/Resources Provides general information about medications including side effects, drug interactions, doses, and special precautions. Presents details about the disease and links to other sites.
Other resource N64 Doctor's Guide - Epilepsyhttp://www.pslgroup.com/epilepsy.htm#TOPMENU Doctor's Guide - EpilepsyTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Epilepsy/Resources The "Doctor's Guide To The Internet" is a resource site for medical professionals.
Other resource N65 Andrew Wilner, MDhttp://www.drwilner.org Andrew Wilner, MDTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Epilepsy/Resources Contains neurological news, especially epilepsy, written by Dr. Wilner and published in medical publications. Also information on two epilepsy books including sample chapters.
Other resource N66 Stanford Medical School Department of Neurologyhttp://www.stanford.edu/group/neurology/comprehensive.html Stanford Medical School Department of NeurologyTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Epilepsy/Treatment State of the art medical and surgical treatment for the management of epilepsy in adults and children.
Other resource N67 National Centre for Epilepsyhttp://www.epilepsy.no/ National Centre for EpilepsyTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Epilepsy/Treatment Service in Norway for inpatients and outpatients; consultative assistance to health professionals and others dealing with patients with epilepsy; education of students and professionals; information to relevant groups in society; and distribution of results of method development, research and testing of drugs and other treatments.
Other resource N68 Traditional Chinese Medicinehttp://www.tcmtreatment.com/images/diseases/epilepsy.htm Traditional Chinese MedicineTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Epilepsy/Treatment Describes in detail how TCM practitioners in China solve epilepsy with traditional strategies and herbs.
Other resource N69 Epilepsy Support Group Shetlandhttp://www.esgs.org.uk Epilepsy Support Group ShetlandTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Epilepsy/Support_Groups Offers an extensive FAQ's and a section talking about the different drugs to control epilepsy.
Other resource N70 Epilepsy NSWhttp://www.auscharity.org/epilnsw.htm Epilepsy NSWTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Epilepsy/Organizations Provide advice and guidance, education, research and support services in association with allied medical and community agencies.
Other resource N71 New Technology, New Riskshttp://healthwatch.medscape.com/medscape/p/G_library/article.asp?RecID=2719&Channel=0 New Technology, New RisksTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Epilepsy/Photosensitive Article by Mindy Huang, a medical writer at Medscape Professional.
Other resource N72 eMedicine Health - Spina Bifidahttp://www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/34669-1.asp eMedicine Health - Spina BifidaTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Congenital_Anomalies/Spina_Bifida Consumer health resource center providing information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment of spina bifida.
Other resource N73 Erika's Chiari Pagehttp://www.angelfire.com/hi5/figgyminute/ Erika's Chiari PageTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Congenital_Anomalies/Chiari_Malformations Her diagnosis and treatment of Chiari Malformation, Syringomyelia, and Basilar Invagination. Includes medical information, pictures, and links for further information.
Other resource N74 Health Link - Hydranencephalyhttp://healthlink.mcw.edu/article/921731324.html Health Link - HydranencephalyTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Congenital_Anomalies/Hydranencephaly Overview of the rare condition in which the brain's cerebral hemispheres are absent and replaced by sacs filled with cerebrospinal fluid.
Other resource N75 Dandy-Walker Group for Adults and Teenshttp://www.dandy-walker.com Dandy-Walker Group for Adults and TeensTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Congenital_Anomalies/Dandy_Walker_Syndrome Forum to talk about life with Dandy Walker, including medical treatments, shunts, and having own children.
Other resource N76 eMedicine Health - Dementia in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (Lou Gehrig Disease)http://www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/39466-1.asp eMedicine Health - Dementia in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (Lou Gehrig Disease)Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Amyotrophic_Lateral_Sclerosis Consumer health resource center providing information on the causes, symptoms, of ALS and dementia.
Other resource N77 Medbroadcast.com - ALShttp://www.medbroadcast.com/condition_info_details.asp?disease_id=4 Medbroadcast.com - ALSTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Amyotrophic_Lateral_Sclerosis/Treatment Explanation of some ALS medications.
Other resource N78 Peripheral Nervous Systemhttp://courses.ncsu.edu/VMA913/ Peripheral Nervous SystemTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Peripheral_Nervous_System Information for medical professionals about the peripheral nervous system, including details of skeletal muscle paralysis and opioid-induced bradycardia.
Other resource N79 NISMAT Physical Therapy Corner: Thoracic Outlet Syndromehttp://www.nismat.org/ptcor/thoracic_outlet/index.html NISMAT Physical Therapy Corner: Thoracic Outlet SyndromeTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Peripheral_Nervous_System/Nerve_Compression_Syndromes/Thoracic_Outlet From the Nicholas Institute of Sports Medicine and Athletic Trauma, the causes, signs, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. Includes photographs demonstrating some stretching exercises.
Other resource N80 Cubital Tunnel Syndromehttp://www.e-hand.com/hw/hw007.htm Cubital Tunnel SyndromeTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Peripheral_Nervous_System/Nerve_Compression_Syndromes/Cubital_Tunnel Patient information from HandWorld site, covering causes, symptoms, self-care, and medical/surgical treatment.

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