(THE CONVERSATION) Cerebrospinal fluid, or CSF, is a clear, colorless liquid that plays a crucial role in maintaining the health and function of your central nervous system. It cushions the brain and ...

Idiopathic intracranial hypertension is a disorder involving an excess of CSF that elevates pressure inside the skull and compresses the brain. The term "idiopathic" indicates that the cause of the ...

Music legend Billy Joel announced he is suffering from normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH), a neurological condition that ...

Your eyes and brain aren't just close together-they're connected. Simply put, your retina and optic nerve are extensions of ...

GLP-1 agonists may help reduce acetazolamide dosage in patients with idiopathic intracranial hypertension without changing clinical outcome.

Musician Billy Joel recently canceled his concert tour, announcing he will undergo physical therapy for a condition called ...

The treatment of headache in IIH is complex and multimodal. Establishment of the characteristics of the presenting headache is extremely important. Lowering of ICP should be the first step in ...

Increased TGF-β1 promotes the phosphorylation and nuclear translocation of Smad2/3, sequentially activating the transcription ...

The best chance of recovery from normal pressure hydrocephalus comes if it is diagnosed early and treated properly.

Several factors contribute to hypertension, including lifestyle choices, genetics, age, underlying medical conditions, stress ...

Hypertension causes damage slowly over a long period of time without noticeable symptoms. That’s why it’s important to practice healthy habits, like regular exercise and eating a diet that’s ...

A new program developed by a research team focuses on diet, exercise, and sleep as the keys to lowering your blood pressure without using drugs. Share on Pinterest For people with elevated blood ...