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health20 days ago•26 min saved

Nicholas Brendon’s death draws attention to cauda equina syndrome, a rare spinal emergency

Nicholas Brendon, the Buffy the Vampire Slayer star, died at 54 from natural causes after publicly battling cauda equina syndrome—a rare spinal emergency that can cause bladder/bowel loss, numbness, and leg weakness and requires urgent surgery within 24–48 hours to prevent permanent damage. Brendon underwent multiple spinal procedures after a 2021 fall and also faced heart-health issues (including a congenital defect and a prior heart attack) along with past substance use and mental health struggles.

via New York Post|

#buffy-the-vampire-slayer #cauda-equina-syndrome #health

sports1 month ago•10 min saved

Alonso provides health update after Australian GP nerve-damage scare

Fernando Alonso gave an update on his health after retirement from the Australian GP, saying the vibrations from the Honda power unit persist and could risk permanent nerve damage in his fingers; he plans to keep testing solutions for the chassis ahead of China while acknowledging a tough race with multiple issues that forced a double retirement.

via racingnews365.com|

#australian-grand-prix #f1 #fernando-alonso

formula-11 month ago•14 min saved

Aston Martin limits F1 runs to 25 laps to shield drivers from nerve-damaging vibrations

Aston Martin’s Honda-powered AMR26 suffers severe engine vibrations that could cause permanent nerve damage in Fernando Alonso’s and Lance Stroll’s hands, forcing the team to cap Alonso’s running at about 25 laps (roughly 15 for Stroll) in Australia and keep laps heavily restricted until the vibration is addressed at the source, with no clear fix timeline amid ongoing reliability issues.

via Motorsport.com|

#aston-martin-f1 #australian-gp #engine-vibrations

health3 months ago•5 min saved

Doctors Warn Against Sleeping in This Position

Sleeping curled in the 'T. rex position' can cause nerve compression, leading to numbness, tingling, and potential lasting nerve damage; changing sleep posture and using supportive barriers can help prevent these issues.

via HuffPost|

#health #nerve-compression #nerve-damage

health3 months ago•2 min saved

Nerve Damage Impairs Whole-Body Immunity

Research from McGill University shows that nerve injuries can cause widespread immune changes throughout the body, with different responses observed between males and females, potentially influencing chronic pain and other health issues.

via SciTechDaily|

#chronic-pain #health #immune-system

health5 months ago•3 min saved

Signs of Vitamin B12 Deficiency Causing Fatigue

Vitamin B12 deficiency can cause symptoms like persistent fatigue, numbness, memory issues, mood changes, and pale skin. Recognizing these signs early is important to prevent long-term nerve and cognitive damage, and testing is recommended if multiple symptoms are present.

via Times of India|

#cognitive-decline #fatigue #health

sex-and-relationships5 months ago•9 min saved

A Mind-Blowing Video and My Teenage Regrets

A man in his 50s questions whether his teenage dry humping could have damaged his penile nerves, but experts suggest age-related sensation decline and masturbation style are more likely causes. The article also offers advice for couples dealing with depression-related sexual issues and clarifies that using sex toys like Fleshlights is not cheating, emphasizing communication and understanding in relationships.

via Slate|

#depression #masturbation #nerve-damage

celebrity-news1 year ago•2 min saved

Britney Spears Reveals Desire for Butt Injections in Nude Beach Video

Britney Spears shared and then deleted an Instagram video contemplating butt injections while frolicking in the ocean without a bikini. She also posted about suffering nerve damage from her conservatorship, which ended in 2021, and mentioned the difficulty of forgiving her parents. Additionally, Spears revealed she recently broke her foot during an altercation with her boyfriend but claimed it healed without medical attention.

via Page Six|

#britney-spears #butt-injections #celebrity-news

health-medical-research2 years ago•2 min saved

"Targeting Protein Pathways for Alzheimer's Treatment: Potential of Viagra and Novel Discoveries"

Scientists have discovered that blocking the protein Mdm2 could prevent nerve damage associated with Alzheimer's disease. In experiments on mice, inhibiting Mdm2 halted the destruction of dendritic spines and synapses caused by amyloid-beta, a substance linked to Alzheimer's. While it's still early in the research, this finding offers a potential new avenue for slowing down the progression of Alzheimer's and suggests that targeting Mdm2 could be a promising approach for intervention.

via ScienceAlert|

#alzheimers #health-medical-research #mdm2

health2 years ago•3 min saved

"Unusual Signs of Vitamin B12 Deficiency and Heart Health Impact"

Vitamin B12 deficiency can cause a range of unusual symptoms beyond fatigue, including tingling sensations, memory problems, depression, vision changes, mouth ulcers, muscle weakness, heart palpitations, hair and nail changes, tinnitus, balance problems, and reproductive issues, highlighting the importance of recognizing and addressing this condition promptly.

via Times of India|

#cognitive-decline #deficiency #health

health2 years ago•3 min saved

Uncovering the Link Between Tinnitus and Auditory Nerve Damage

A new study led by researchers from Massachusetts Eye and Ear has provided evidence that tinnitus, the phantom noise experienced by one in ten adults, is generated by hyperactive nerves in the nervous system. The study found an association between chronic tinnitus and cochlear neural degeneration, suggesting that tinnitus sustainability may depend on the degree of peripheral neural damage. The researchers hope their findings will lead to further investigation into therapies that encourage auditory nerve repair and ultimately silence tinnitus.

via ScienceAlert|

#health #hearing-loss #nerve-damage

health2 years ago•6 min saved

Blood Biomarker Predicts Multiple Sclerosis Progression 1-2 Years in Advance

Elevated levels of neurofilament light chain (NfL) in the blood of multiple sclerosis (MS) patients could indicate worsening disability within the next one to two years, according to a study. The research, which analyzed data from nearly 1,900 MS patients over a decade, found that high NfL levels were associated with a significant risk of disability progression, with or without relapse. These findings highlight the importance of NfL as an early biomarker for nerve damage and could lead to preemptive treatments for MS.

via Neuroscience News|

#biomarker #disability-progression #health

health2 years ago•3 min saved

Reviving Aging Muscles and Nerves: The Breakthrough Discovery

Scientists at Stanford University School of Medicine and Sanford Burnham Prebys have discovered a new approach to accelerate recovery from peripheral nerve injury by targeting an enzyme associated with aging. Inhibiting this enzyme in a mouse model promoted the regeneration of motor nerves and formation of neuromuscular synapses, leading to faster recovery of strength. The enzyme, called 15-hydroxyprostaglandin dehydrogenase (15-PGDH), degrades a compound called prostaglandin E2 (PGE2) that is crucial for muscle regeneration. Inhibiting 15-PGDH could be a potential treatment for nerve damage and muscle wasting disorders.

via SciTechDaily|

#aging-enzyme #health #muscle-wasting

health2 years ago•2 min saved

"Man's Body Covered in Red Rash: Leprosy Diagnosis Revealed"

A young man in Texas was diagnosed with leprosy after experiencing circular red patches on his body and claw-like hand deformity. Leprosy, a rare disease that affects about 150 people annually in the US, is still stigmatized globally. It is caused by a bacterial infection and can lead to nerve damage if left untreated. However, leprosy is curable, and early treatment can prevent long-term disabilities. The patient in this case received antibiotics and underwent surgery to correct nerve damage, showing significant improvement. The World Health Organization is working towards eliminating leprosy worldwide.

via Insider|

#curable-disease #health #leprosy

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

Nationals' Stephen Strasburg's career in jeopardy due to severe nerve damage.

Washington Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg's career is in jeopardy due to "severe nerve damage," which may prevent him from ever playing again. Strasburg has a history of nerve issues and has not pitched in a game since last June. The team plans to wait and see if the nerve conditions improve, but Strasburg's age and injury history would make the cost of insuring his contract exorbitant. He has spent his entire 13-year major league career with the Nationals and was crucial to their first World Series title in 95 years in 2019.

via Daily Mail|

#injury #mlb #nerve-damage