Drs Pavan Brahmbhatt and Amit Agarwal discuss best practices for managing amyloid-related imaging abnormalities in patients on anti-amyloid therapy. Medscape Neurology
Opioid use and misuse have negative effects on the endocrine system and can lead to hypothalamic-pituitary system and bone health complications. Medscape Medical News
Extending the simple CT scan administered to all acute stroke patients to include the upper part of the heart increased cardioaortic thrombus detection by almost sixfold. Medscape Medical News
Adding to sizeable RCT evidence that DOACs should be administered early following AF-related stroke, a weighted-risk analysis appeared to eliminate all doubt. Medscape Medical News
The nationwide recall of more than 7000 bottles of duloxetine delayed-release capsules is due to unacceptable levels of a potential carcinogen. Medscape Medical News
Maternal eating disorders and high BMI were strongly associated with offspring who had sleep disorders, social functioning and tic disorders, and intellectual disabilities. Medscape Medical News
A drug long used in Eastern Europe for neurodegenerative disorders but never approved in the United States was better than speech therapy alone for stroke-related aphasia. Medscape Medical News
The long-standing debate as to when to start anticoagulation in patients with an acute ischemic stroke and atrial fibrillation looks as though it is settled. Medscape Medical News
Researchers have identified a new potential sign of concussion in athletes, particularly football players, that is easily spotted on the field, signaling the need for immediate evaluation. Medscape Medical News
A new trial failed to show benefit of using a balloon guide catheter in stroke thrombectomy, but the study was stopped early so the treatment effect is uncertain. Medscape Medical News
A digital tool used to assess steroid toxicity in myasthenia gravis demonstrated sensitivity in distinguishing between different doses and durations of steroid exposure. Medscape Medical News
Teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration create an effective system of ALS care ensuring improved health both for patients and clinicians alike, said one expert. Medscape Medical News
An American Cancer Society expert urges clinicians to advocate for action in the healthcare industry to help combat climate change and its effects on lung cancer incidence. Medscape Medical News
The GLP-1 RA semaglutide was associated with a 40%-70% reduced risk for first-time diagnosis of AD in patients with type 2 diabetes, real-world data show. Medscape Medical News
Blood biomarker tests for Alzheimer’s disease are increasingly making the jump from research to clinical practice, new recommendations offered advice on implementation. Medscape Medical News
Catnip is the most famous stimulant for cats. How does it work, why does it not affect all cats, and are there any catnip alternatives? We investigate.
Oscillopsia is the sensation that the surrounding environment is constantly in motion when it is not. Oscillopsia is usually a symptom of an underlying condition. Read more here.
A preclinical study using cell cultures has found that some antibiotics may help address a genetic mutation associated with forms of early onset dementia.
Brain atrophy can refer to a loss of brain cells or a loss in the number of connections between these cells. In this article, learn about the symptoms of brain atrophy, as well as some causes and treatments.
A new study found a link between inadequate hydration and poorer cognitive functioning, especially in memory and attention tasks — but only in older women.
A new mouse study uses a two-pronged approach to designing a vaccine for dementia. The results are encouraging, and a clinical trial may be on the horizon.
Vasovagal syncope is fainting that occurs in response to a sudden drop in blood pressure or heart rate. Learn about its causes, symptoms, and treatment here.
The largest prospective study to date to look at sleep and migraine risk using objective measurements of sleep finds an intriguing link between the two.
New research in rats identifies a brain circuit that may explain impulsive eating. The findings may eventually help those who are finding it hard to diet.
Arm numbness has many possible causes, from sleeping on the arm and cutting off the circulation to serious issues, such as a stroke. Learn more about these and other causes here.
The Moro reflex is a normal, involuntary motor response in healthy babies. This article provides more details, including possible triggers and how to calm a baby with Moro reflex.
Dysarthria is a type of speech disorder that occurs due to muscle weakness. Learn about the causes of dysarthria and the available treatment options here.
As middle-aged people age, having more body fat and less muscle may affect their fluid intelligence, says a new study that implicates the immune system.
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