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Does Brain Injury Cause Early Onset Menopause?

Does Brain Injury Cause Early Onset Menopause?

A brain injury can cause hormone abnormalities that could jumpstart early menopause.

Brian D. Greenwald, MD

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Family Concerns

Intimate Relationships

Physical Symptoms of Brain Injury

How a Brain Injury Can Affect Gait

How a Brain Injury Can Affect Gait

One or more concussions can affect the way a person walks.

Head Injury, Rising Heart Rate, and Diabetes: A Crappy Combo

Head Injury, Rising Heart Rate, and Diabetes: A Crappy Combo

Being diagnosed with something like diabetes after a TBI seems like a cruel slap in the face.

The Hidden Secret of Brain Injury: Hypothalamus Dysfunction

The Hidden Secret of Brain Injury: Hypothalamus Dysfunction

"Why did I look like the Michelin Man — puffy, round faced, fat feet, no bones showing?"

Urinary Difficulties After a Brain Injury

Urinary Difficulties After a Brain Injury

A consultation with your doctor can help find the cause of TBI-related urinary issues.

Brian D. Greenwald, MD

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Physical Symptoms of Brain Injury

Brain Injury or Neck Injury: Getting the Right Diagnosis Is Key

Brain Injury or Neck Injury: Getting the Right Diagnosis Is Key

Dizziness after a TBI may actually be from a neck injury.

Nathan Zasler, MD

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Physical Symptoms of Brain Injury

Brain Injury Rewiring for Loved Ones

Brain Injury Rewiring for Loved Ones

"Sound mind in sound body" is a cliché for a good reason.

Anosmia or Loss of Smell from Brain Injury

Anosmia or Loss of Smell from Brain Injury

Is there anyway to help someone regain their sense of smell?

Nathan Zasler, MD

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Physical Symptoms of Brain Injury

Swallow Safely

Swallow Safely

Swallowing problems after a TBI can be life-threatening. Learn how to recognize, prevent, and treat them.

Concussion and the Disruption of Hormone Production

Women During Their Child-Bearing Years May Recover More Slowly from a Mild TBI Than Men

A disruption in hormone production in women may delay recovery from TBI.

Weight Loss After TBI?

Weight Loss After TBI?

Loss of taste or smell can cause a person to lose or gain weight post-TBI.

Does it Hurt to Eat After Traumatic Brain Injury?

Pain while eating after a TBI is uncommon, but issues with taste and smell are not.

Fatigue After Brain Injury: BrainLine Talks With Dr. Nathan Zasler

Fatigue After Brain Injury: BrainLine Talks with Dr. Nathan Zasler

Fatigue is a common and complex symptom after brain injury.

Problems with Coordination After Brain Injury

Ask the Expert: Problems with Coordination After Brain Injury

“I just want to walk normally again.”

Brian D. Greenwald, MD

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Physical Symptoms of Brain Injury

Brain Basics

Brian Interactive

The brain is incredibly complex — take an interactive journey to see how the brain works and what impact an injury can have.

The Tale of Two Smell Tests Post-Brain Injury

Research Update: The Tale of Two Smell Tests Post-Brain Injury

The necessity of olfactory tests for people with TBI.

Measuring Reaction Time Post-TBI

Research Update: Measuring Reaction Time Post-TBI

Speed does not necessarily predict accuracy after brain injury.

Olfactory Dysfunction After TBI

Research Update: Olfactory Dysfunction After TBI

The sense of smell may be affected after TBI.

Is There a Window of Time for Developing Seizures Post-TBI?

Can you develop seizures after a traumatic brain injury?

Coping with Chronic Pain

Coping with Chronic Pain

Learn techniques to decrease stress ... and persistent pain after brain injury.

Eating Issues After TBI

Ask the Expert: Eating Issues After TBI

Learn how to deal with problems swallowing or eating after a brain injury.

Janet Brown, MA, CCC-SLP

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Physical Symptoms of Brain Injury

Disaster Readiness Tips for People with Mobility Disabilities

Disaster Readiness Tips for People with Mobility Disabilities

Plan and prepare for unexpected disasters.

Fatigue and Brain Injury

Fatigue and Brain Injury

Understanding and coping with this common post-brain injury symptom.

Tinnitus and Brain Injury

Ask the Expert: Tinnitus and Brain Injury

Learn strategies to deal with ringing in the ears.

Janet Brown, MA, CCC-SLP

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Physical Symptoms of Brain Injury

Why Aquatic Therapy?

Why Aquatic Therapy?

Learn how water helps break the cycle of chronic pain after TBI.

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