Neurosurgery and Brain Health

Gain insight into the conditions, both rare and common, that affect your brain and neurological health. Our brain health articles, videos, and infographics provide sound information about conditions such as stroke, epilepsy, migraines, and more. Learn about brain health warning signs, treatment options, and breakthroughs.

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An Unruptured Brain Aneurysm: What to Know

June 5, 2019

We most often hear about aneurysms when they rupture. However, a small number of people have an unruptured brain aneurysm. Learn more about these cases. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery
Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health
Tagged with: aneurysm, brain aneurysm, neurosurgery, unruptured brain aneurysm
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Learn About the Stress Hormone: Cortisol

April 24, 2019

Most people are familiar with hormones like estrogen and testosterone, but one less well-known hormone is cortisol. What is cortisol? Learn more. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Neurosurgery and Brain Health
Tagged with: Addison's disease, Cushing disease, Cushing syndrome, fatigue
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7 Facts About Epilepsy

April 11, 2019

Epilepsy is much more common than you might think, though misconceptions about this condition are prevalent. These epilepsy facts clear the air. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Neurosurgery and Brain Health
Tagged with: brain health, epilepsy, seizures
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Non-Epileptic Seizures: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment

April 2, 2019

When you experience non-epileptic seizures, you may be confused, alarmed, or afraid. Don't be. Here's what you need to know. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery
Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health
Tagged with: depression, disorder, epilepsy, Loss of consciousness, non-epileptic seizure, non-epileptic seizures, relaxation therapy, seizure, seizures
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What Is a Mini-Stroke? Facts About Transient Ischemic Attack

February 7, 2019

What is a ministroke? You have probably heard about stroke, but didn't know that it could happen on a smaller scale. Find out more at UPMC. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Neurosurgery and Brain Health
Tagged with: stroke
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Signs of Stroke in Women

January 9, 2019

Stroke in women is the third leading cause of death for American women. Learn more about signs and risk factors. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery
Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Women's Health
Tagged with: American Stroke Association, contraceptives, heart disease, hormone replacement, prevention, risk, stroke, stroke center, stroke in women, UPMC, women
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High Blood Pressure and Strokes: How Are They Connected?

November 28, 2018

Researchers have known for years that high blood pressure and strokes are connected. Hypertension also increases risk of mini-strokes and brain diseases. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health
Tagged with: blood clot, high blood pressure, hypertension, stroke, transient ischemic attack, UPMC Stroke Institute
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Learn More About Alzheimer’s Disease

November 20, 2018

Learn more about Alzheimer's, including symptoms and treatment, with these essential articles and information. Learn More

Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Neurosurgery and Brain Health
Tagged with: Alzheimer's hub
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Decoding DNA to Fight Diseases

September 7, 2018

The UPMC Genome Center provides researchers and physicians with access to a world-class genomics infrastructure. Learn more about its revolutionary work. Read More

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Categorized as: Cancer Care, Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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