Tourette syndrome causes repeated tics. Tics are sudden, uncontrolled vocal sounds or muscle jerks.

Functional dystonia is a condition that causes muscle spasms (contractions) you can’t control. Dystonia causes clenching, bending, or twisting or limbs or joints.

Poor nutrition can make you lose muscle, feel tired and weak, and make it harder for your body to fight infection and heal wounds. Working with your doctor to make sure you get enough nutrients can help you be healthier..

A functional movement disorder (FMD) is a problem with body movement that doesn’t have a clear physical cause, such as nerve damage.

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a sudden jolt to your head that changes how your brain works. It can cause trouble sleeping.

When the heart suddenly stops beating, it is called sudden cardiac arrest. Emergency treatment is needed to get the heart beating again. If treatment is not started right away, sudden cardiac arrest can lead to death.

Tonsillitis is very common. It is most often seen in children, but it can also occur in young adults. Read on to learn about the types of tonsillitis, as well as diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.

Your child will likely be drowsy for a while. They may have a faint memory of the procedure or may not remember it at all.

Foodborne botulism is a rare illness caused by bacteria. The bacteria can get into your body through food you eat. It then makes a toxin that causes muscles in your body to not work (paralysis).

Dermatomes are areas where nerves in various parts of the body connect to the spinal cord. Read on to learn more about dermatomes.