Alcohol consumption affects the central nervous system, including the brain, spine, and nerves, causing impaired thinking, movement, balance, memory loss, confusion, emotional instability, and poor decision-making. Alcohol exaggerates emotions and can hinder coordination, making simple tasks difficult to accomplish. The central nervous system is a part of the body that includes the brain, spine and […]
The central nervous system controls the body and can be affected by diseases such as Alzheimer’s, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s, Tourette’s syndrome, and meningitis. Each disease has different causes and symptoms, and there is no known cure for most of them. Made up of the brain and spinal cord, the central nervous system functions as the […]
Central nervous system stimulants increase energy, mood, and alertness. Caffeine and ginseng are available over the counter, while amphetamines are prescription drugs and cocaine is illegal. Stimulants can be snorted, smoked, ingested, or injected. Some prescription stimulants are used to treat ADHD, but recreational use is discouraged. Stimulants cause the brain to release dopamine, producing […]
Primary lymphoma of the central nervous system is a rare cancerous tumor that develops from cells of the central nervous system, causing an increase in pressure within the skull and symptoms such as vision problems, headaches, and vomiting. Treatment options include chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and steroids, but long-term survival is rare. A primary lymphoma of […]
Central nervous system lupus (CNS lupus) is a manifestation of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) that affects the brain and spinal cord, causing cognitive dysfunction, headaches, visual disturbances, and movement disorders. It can be caused by inflammation, vasculitis, antiphospholipid antibodies, or anti-neuronal antibodies. Treatment involves anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant drugs, anticoagulants, and plasmapheresis. Central nervous system lupus […]
