Nervous System
Hailey Vander Kooi
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What is the Nervous System?
Homeostasis Imbalances
Stroke: A sudden loss of brain function caused by a blockage or rupture of a blood vessel to the brain, characterized by loss of muscular control, diminution or loss of sensation or consciousness, dizziness, slurred speech, or other symptoms that vary with the extent and severity of the damage to the brain
* cause: occurs when the blood supply to your brain is interrupted or reduced.
*symptoms: Numbness or weakness in your face, arm, or leg, especially on one side, Confusion or trouble understanding other people,Trouble speaking,Trouble seeing with one or both eyes,Trouble walking or staying balanced or coordinated,Dizziness,Severe headache that comes on for no known reason
*treatment: Aspirin, TPA
Homeostasis Imbalances
Paralysis: is the complete loss of muscle function for one or more muscle groups. Paralysis can cause loss of feeling or loss of mobility in the affected area.
*cause: by damage in the nervous system, especially the spinal cord.
*symptoms: muscle weakness, loss of ability to move
*treatment: no cure
Homeostasis Imbalances
Multiple Sclerosis: Myelin sheaths around fibers are gradually destroyed and converted to hardened sheaths
*cause: unknown
*symptoms: fatigue, walking difficulties, spasticity, vision problems, bladder problems, weakness, numbing or tingling
*treatment: none