Ganglia are noncancerous cysts that form on the body, usually on the wrists and hands, but can also occur on the ankles, feet, shoulders, or knees. They are filled with clear fluid and can be caused by injury or repetitive motion. Ganglia are harmless but can cause discomfort if they grow and put pressure on […]
The basal ganglia control movement and learned tasks, with damage causing motor problems. Parkinson’s, tardive dyskinesia, hemiballismus, and Huntington’s are common diseases. Tourette syndrome and OCD may also be linked to basal ganglia dysfunction. Understanding activity changes may lead to better treatment. The basal ganglia are a collection of nuclei in the brain responsible for […]
Fahr syndrome is a rare neurological disorder characterized by calcium deposits in the basal ganglia and cerebral cortex, causing symptoms such as dementia, motor function erosion, and involuntary movements. It is considered an inherited, genetically dominant condition with no known cure. Treatment focuses on symptom management. Basal ganglia calcification, better known as Fahr syndrome, is […]
A basal ganglia hemorrhage, often caused by high blood pressure, can lead to loss of consciousness, sensory and movement issues, and personality changes. Treatment involves supporting the patient and managing blood pressure with medication. Surgery may be an option in some cases. A basal ganglia hemorrhage bleeds from blood vessels in an area of the […]
