Understand what the doctors are saying! The mumbo-jumbo can be frustrating. But whether your loved one has a brain tumor, a brain injury, Alzheimer’s, or a stroke, there’s no reason why medical jargon should confuse you. Here are common neurology terms, their definitions, and tips on how to remember them.
The brain is complex. Yes, it can be a mess. And trying to understand it can be frustrating, as its structures and functions connect and intertwine. But for what it’s worth, here are the more common structures you’ll often hear – and more importantly – what there functions are.
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Understand what the doctors are saying! The mumbo-jumbo can be frustrating. But whether your loved one has a brain tumor, a brain injury, Alzheimer’s, or a stroke, there’s no reason why medical jargon should confuse you. Here are common neurology terms, their definitions, and tips on how to remember them.
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