ECG
04 July 2017
Electrocardiogram. A record of the electrical activity (function) of the heart. Often done in conjunction with an EEG.
Read More >Dysphasia
04 July 2017
Difficulty with speech and language function. Inability to speak words which one has in mind or to think of correct words, or inability to understand spoken or written words.
Read More >Drop Attacks
04 July 2017
sudden fall without warning or loss of consciousness. When these drop attacks are epilepsy, they are tonic or atonic seizures.
Read More >DNA
04 July 2017
Deoxyribonucleic acid. The molecule that encodes genetic information in the nucleus of cells. It determines the structure, function and behaviour of the cell.
Read More >Diazepam
04 July 2017
A medication also known as Valium which can used in managing seizure emergencies. It is also used as a sedative, muscle relaxant and anti-anxiety agent. It is not considered for long term use because of its sedative and tolerance effects.
Read More >De’ja’ vu
04 July 2017
A feeling that you have already experienced the present situation
Read More >chronic health condition
04 July 2017
A long lasting health condition that usually can be controlled and not cured
Read More >CT or CAT Scan
04 July 2017
Computerised Axial Tomography. Uses x-rays and computer analysis to produce images of the brain for diagnostic uses.
Read More >Corpus Callosum
04 July 2017
The major structure of nerve fibres connecting the two hemispheres of the brain.
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