Neurological damage
Neurological Damage
Neurological damage (pronunciation: /nʊərəˈlɒdʒɪkəl 'dæmɪdʒ/) refers to any kind of injury or harm to the nervous system that results in loss of function or structure.
Etymology
The term "neurological" is derived from the Greek words "neuron" meaning nerve and "logia" meaning study. "Damage" comes from the Old French "dam" meaning harm or injury.
Definition
Neurological damage is a broad term that encompasses a variety of conditions and disorders that affect the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves. This damage can be caused by a multitude of factors including trauma, infection, degeneration, stroke, and tumors. The severity and symptoms of neurological damage can vary greatly depending on the specific condition and the area of the nervous system that is affected.
Related Terms
- Neurodegeneration: The progressive loss of structure or function of neurons, including death of neurons.
- Neuropathy: A term for a group of conditions in which the peripheral nerves are damaged.
- Neurotoxicity: Damage to the nervous system caused by exposure to natural or man-made toxins.
- Neurotrauma: Damage to the nervous system caused by a traumatic event such as a blow to the head.
- Neuroinflammation: Inflammation of the nervous tissue.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Neurological damage
- Wikipedia's article - Neurological damage
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