Nervous system diseases
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Alzheimer's disease
Alzheimer's disease is a type of dementia that affects your memory and behaviour. Learn more about its symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
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Bell’s palsy
Bell's palsy is a sudden weakness or paralysis of muscles on one side of your face. Find out about treatment and recovery from Bell’s palsy.
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Cerebral palsy
Cerebral palsy is a condition that affects your body movements. It’s the result of a brain injury.
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Epilepsy
Epilepsy is a long-term condition that affects 1 in 50 Australians. Learn more about the causes, how it is diagnosed and the types of seizures.
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Motor neurone disease (MND)
Motor neurone disease is a condition that causes weakness in the muscles, leading eventually to paralysis. Learn about the symptoms and diagnosis.
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Multiple sclerosis (MS)
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic disease affecting the central nervous system. Learn about the types of MS and how the symptoms can be managed.
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Neurofibromatosis
Neurofibromatosis is a manageable genetic condition characterised by benign tumours. Learn more about its symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options.
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Parkinson's disease
Parkinson’s disease occurs when there isn’t enough dopamine produced in the brain, which impacts movement, mood and other symptoms.
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Sciatica
Sciatica is a type of pain in your back and legs. Discover more about the causes, how the symptoms develop and how it's treated.
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Shingles
Shingles is a painful rash caused by the chickenpox virus. Here's how to recognise the symptoms, prevent shingles and get the best treatment for you.