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Rett Syndrome
Find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of Rett syndrome including medical reference, news, pictures, videos, and more.
New Bill Would Expand Bush Stem Cell Limits
House lawmakers are adding to mounting pressure on President Bush to relax limitations on federally funded embryonic stem cell research.
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) - A Disease Of Unknown Origins!
MS is a diagnosis that can be made only after every other possible explanation for the signs and symptoms has been ruled out. An interesting observation: People in non-Westernized and/or non-Christian societies rarely, if ever, eat Pork or use Pork products, and rarely, if ever, suffer from Muscular
Health Week in Review
Researchers find a link between diet and Alzheimer's disease, doctors order kids to play more, and a study shows men chose to watch sports over visits to the ER.
Botox May Ease Facial Pain
A shot of Botox may ease a type of facial pain called trigeminal neuralgia, doctors report.
How to Stop Lou Gehrig's Disease
Lou Gehrig's disease is a condition in which the nerve cells in the brain die or waste away. This prevents your brain from sending messages to your muscles, which leads to an inability to move. Also known as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS, Lou Gehrig's disease is caused by a genetic defect or
Blood Test May Have Power to Predict Alzheimer's
Scientists who tested seniors say the results detected almost all of those who would develop problems
The European Cooperative Acute Stroke Study 3
In his latest video blog, Dr. Alberts discusses the results from The European Cooperative Acute Stroke Study (ECASS 3).
Adderall XR Approved for Treating Adult ADHD
A drug already used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children has now been approved for adults.
Lou Gehrig's Disease Symptoms
According to LouGehrig.com, a website devoted to spreading information about this disease, approximately 30,000 Americans are living with Lou Gehrig's disease, and at least 14 new cases are uncovered daily. The disease commonly strikes adults between the ages of 40 and 70, and progresses quickly. Un
Epilepsy and Women's Hormones
A woman's hormone levels seem to play a role in epilepsy -- especially during puberty, ovulation, and menopause. Learn more from WebMD.
ADHD Drugs, Substance Abuse Not Linked
A ten-year study shows no link between childhood stimulant use for ADHD and later substance abuse.
Medical Marijuana: The State of the Science
In this comprehensive review of the literature, Dr Michael Schatman discusses the available evidence and current controversies surrounding the use of cannabinoids in medicine.
Subdural Hematoma: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments
WebMD discusses the symptoms, causes, and treatments of subdural hematoma.
Vitamin B3 May Help MS
The newest treatment for multiple sclerosis might be vitamin B3, mouse studies suggest.
Ritalin -- Prescriptions Don't Seem to Matter for Some
High school and college students have taken on a dangerous habit. They're partying with Ritalin prescribed to their peers.
Gene Therapy for Parkinson's Disease
Despite intensive research, no currently available therapy for Parkinson's disease has shown continuing long-term efficacy. Where do we stand with gene therapy as a disease-modifying approach?
Radiosurgical Treatment of Pituitary Tumors
Using pituitary transposition to reduce the radiation dose to the normal pituitary gland in cases of planned radiosurgical treatment of residual pituitary adenoma with the cavernous sinus.
How You Can Understand Brain Metastases
The most common causes of brain tumors in adults actually don't arise in the brain. Often, tumors in the brain have spread (metastasized) from another location.