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Neurology — Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease

Charcot Marie Tooth disease is group of progressive hereditary nerve disorder which causes nerve damage and this leads to muscle weakness. In this episode I’ll cover the definition, pathophysiology, etiology, clinical features, diagnosis and treatment of CMT.

Neurology — Myasthenia Gravis

Myasthenia gravis is autoimmune disorder where the body attacks the muscle receptors that control voluntary movements and this leads to muscle weakness. In this episode I’ll cover the pathophysiology, etiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, treatment and lastly I'll give a case study of myasthenia gravis.

Neurology — Parkinson's disease

Parkinson's disease is a neurodegenerative disorder where the neurons that release dopamine get damaged and that leads to problems like tremors, stiffness and slowing of movements. I'll cover the pathophysiology, causes, clinical presentation, diagnosis and the treatment of Parkinsons. And lastly I'll give an example of a case study.

Neurology — Huntington's disease

Huntington's disease is an inherited neurodegenerative disorder, where there is a progressive breakdown of nerve cells in the brain. It can lead to both physical and mental disabilities. As usual, I'll cover the pathophysiology, causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. Lastly, I'll give an example of a case report.

Neurology — Epilepsy

Epilepsy is a neurological disorder where the brain activity becomes abnormal, which leads to recurrent seizures or periods of unusual behavior, sensations, and sometimes unconsciousness. In this episode, I'll cover the pathophysiology causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, then I'll give you a short case example and I'll also tell you how to manage seizures.