Here's what macular degeneration is, what causes it and how you can expect it to be treated if it affects you or a loved one. Macular degeneration, also known as age-related macular degeneration ...

Figure 1: Mitochondrial involvement in cell death. Mitochondria are organelles with two well-defined compartments: the matrix, surrounded by the inner membrane (IM), and the intermembrane space ...

Neurodegeneration refers to the progressive atrophy and loss of function of neurons, which is present in neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease ...

Fibroid degeneration occurs when a uterine fibroid outgrows its limited blood supply and begins to die. Fibroids are benign uterine growths made of smooth muscle cells and fibrous tissue. Some people ...

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There are a wide variety of neurological diseases affecting the brain and nervous system. Understanding the specifics can help you navigate diagnostic tests and choose the best course of treatment.