The branch of medicine that deals with disorders of the nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves.
A medical doctor specializing in neurology, diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the nervous system.
The brain and spinal cord, responsible for processing and transmitting information throughout the body.
Nerves outside the brain and spinal cord, connecting the CNS to muscles, organs, and the rest of the body.
The basic building block of the nervous system, a specialized cell that transmits information through electrical and chemical signals.
The junction between two neurons, where signals are transmitted through the release of neurotransmitters.
The lower part of the brain connecting to the spinal cord, essential for basic life functions such as breathing and heartbeat.
The part of the brain responsible for coordination, balance, and fine motor control.
The outer layer of the brain, involved in higher cognitive functions, including thinking, perceiving, and decision-making.
A sudden disruption of blood flow to the brain, leading to damage and potentially causing loss of function.
A neurological disorder characterized by recurrent seizures, often caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain.
A chronic autoimmune disease affecting the central nervous system, causing inflammation and damage to the myelin sheath.