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Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease [Infographic]

November 13, 2019November 13, 2019 Rajamani Selvam 0 Comments Autosomal dominant, Autosomal Recessive, Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease, Electromyogram, Genetic Mutation, Genetic Testing, Muscle Atrophy, mutation, myelin, Nerve Conduction Study, peripheral neuropathy, Sensory Loss, X-linked Dominant

Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease is a peripheral neuropathy disorder that affects various genders and ethnic groups worldwide. Nerve cell abnormalities are associated with this disorder and are linked to symptoms such as… Read more

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Autism Spectrum Disorder [Infographic]

November 6, 2019November 5, 2019 Rajamani Selvam 0 Comments Asperger's Syndrome, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Childhood Disintegrative Disorder, Infographic, language, Neurodevelopmental Disorder, Social Communication, Vaccines

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by deficits in language acquisition and social communication. The disorder is referred to as a “spectrum,” as individuals can exhibit a… Read more

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Alternating Hemiplegia [Infographic]

October 16, 2019October 16, 2019 Rajamani Selvam 0 Comments Alternating Hemiplegia, ATP, Autosomal dominant, de novo mutation, Genetic Counseling, Infographic, Movement, Neurodevelopment, Paralysis, Physical Therapy, Seizure

Alternating Hemiplegia is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects children. A characteristic symptom of the disorder is repetitive episodes of paralysis on one side or both sides of the body. The… Read more

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Canavan Disease [Infographic]

July 3, 2019July 3, 2019 Rajamani Selvam 0 Comments Aspartoacylase, Autosomal Recessive, Brain Disorders, Canavan Disease, Development, genetic, Infographic, Leukodystrophies, myelin, White matter

Canavan Disease is a rare and fatal neurological disorder, in which the ability of neurons to transmit information is impaired due to damaged white matter in the brain. The disorder… Read more

Image of a brain with the words Kluver-Bucy Syndrome underneath it. Illustrated by Rajamani Selvam.

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What is Klüver-Bucy Syndrome? [Infographic]

May 8, 2019May 8, 2019 Rajamani Selvam 0 Comments Agnosia, Brain Tumor, Infographic, Kluver-Bucy Syndrome, Memory, Neurodegeneration, Neurological Disorder, Sexual Behavior, Temporal Lobe, Trauma, Viral Infection

Klüver-Bucy syndrome is a rare neurological disorder that causes damage to the brain’s temporal lobe. However, it is not life-threatening; medications and supportive therapy can help alleviate the symptoms. Learn… Read more

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What is Bell’s Palsy? [Infographic]

March 14, 2019March 14, 2019 Rajamani Selvam 0 Comments Acupuncture, Analgesics, Bell's Palsy, Corticosteroids, CT, Electromyography, Facial Droop, Facial Nerves, Infection, Infographic, MRI, Muscles, Neurological Disorder, Paralysis, Physical Therapy

Bell’s Palsy is a neurological disorder that causes temporary weakness in the facial muscles and nerves. The disorder can be cured with medications and therapy. In this infographic, neuroscientist Rajamani… Read more

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What is Alexander Disease?

February 14, 2019February 15, 2019 Rajamani Selvam 0 Comments Alexander Disease, Development, GFAP, glia, Infographic, intellectual disability, Leukodystrophy, myelin, Neurological Disorder, White matter

Alexander disease is an extremely rare neurological disorder that severely impairs the functions of nervous system leading to intellectual disability and developmental delay. In this infographic, neuroscientist Rajamani Selvam explains… Read more

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What is Rett Syndrome?

January 9, 2019January 9, 2019 Rajamani Selvam 0 Comments Autism, CpG, Development, MECP2, NDD, Neurodevelopment, neurodevelopmental disorer, Rett syndrome

Rett syndrome is a rare developmental disorder that affects girls primarily. In this infographic, neuroscientist Rajamani Selvam explains about the causes of Rett syndrome, clinical traits, and treatments available for… Read more

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What is Angelman Syndrome?

November 5, 2018November 5, 2018 Rajamani Selvam 0 Comments Angelman syndrome, Brain development, Chromosome, cognitive development, genetic, Genetic Disorder, Infographic, Neurodevelopment

Earlier this year, in a philosophical post, we considered whether children with a genetic disorder called Angelman syndrome are happy. Angelman syndrome is a rare disorder that many of our… Read more

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