nervous system diseases

Question 1

It is a disease caused by the progressive destruction of the myelin sheath of the neurons

Answer 1

Multiple Sclerosis

Question 2

The destructive sheaths become —————–, which are plaques or hardened scars.

Answer 2

sclerosis

Question 3

trivia

Answer 3

If myelin sheaths are damaged, transmission of impulses from neuron to neuron will be interfered, causing a “short-circuit” in the conduction of impulses

Question 4

trivia 2 Multiple Sclerosis

Answer 4

Damaged myelin sheaths slow down or block messages between the brain and the body causing loss of motor activity.

Question 5

Cause of Multiple Sclerosis

Answer 5

unknown but scientists believe its auto immune, attacks the myelin sheaths

Question 6

It is characterized by the degeneration of the brain.

It usually affects those of middle or advanced age

Answer 6

Alzheimer’s Disease

Question 6

It is a condition characterized by enlargement of the head caused by a gradual increase in the serous fluid in the subarachnoid spaces of the brain.

Answer 6

Chronic Hydrocephalus

Question 7

It is a condition where there is an inflammation of the meninges of the spinal cord.

Answer 7

Spinal Meningitis

Question 8

Proper Care for the Nervous System

Answer 8

Balanced Diet
Healthy amount of vitamins and minerals, and hydration must be included in a meal.

Physical and Mental Exercises
These stimulates the production of hormones and improvement of blood flow.