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Diabetes Insipidus and Diabetes Mellitus

ByTeam HUMANITYUAPD

Introduction to Diabetes Insipidus and Diabetes Mellitus Diabetes insipidus and diabetes mellitus are two conditions that, despite sharing the same prefix, manifest through distinct physiological mechanisms and present divergent clinical features. Diabetes insipidus primarily involves a deficiency in the hormone vasopressin or an insensitivity of the kidneys to this hormone, leading to excessive urination and…

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The Endocrine System – Network Of Glands

ByTeam HUMANITYUAPD

Introduction to the Endocrine System The endocrine system is a sophisticated network of glands that play a crucial role in maintaining homeostasis within the human body. Unlike other systems that might seem more visibly integral to everyday functions, the endocrine system operates behind the scenes, producing and releasing hormones that regulate a variety of bodily…

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EPILEPSY / TYPES OF EPILEPTIC SEIZURES / CAUSES & TREATMENT

ByTeam HUMANITYUAPD

EPILEPSY On a summer day, storm clouds can suddenly gather and transform an afternoon of sunshine into a violent monster of rain, hail, lightning bolts, and the occasional twister. Sunlight and warmth get blotted out. So it is with the nervous system. The brain’s higher functions, working in harmony with the body, promote consciousness and…

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Seizures and the Nervous System

ByTeam HUMANITYUAPD

Introduction to Seizures and the Nervous System Seizures are complex neurological events characterized by sudden, uncontrolled electrical disturbances in the brain. Understanding seizures requires a fundamental grasp of the nervous system’s anatomy and function. The nervous system, composed of the brain, spinal cord, and a vast network of neurons, serves as the body’s communication infrastructure,…

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SEIZURES [ DELICATE BALANCE ( THE NERVOUS SYSTEM ) ]

ByTeam HUMANITYUAPD

SEIZURES [ DELICATE BALANCE – THE BRAIN’S EQUILIBRIUM ( THE NERVOUS SYSTEM ) ] Abnormal electrical activity in the brain produces seizures, which have a broad range of manifestations. Some are so minor that they may occur unnoticed, while others can cause violent spasms and convulsions. Victims may even lose consciousness. They can be a…