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There are a great number of conditions that produce symptoms within the
head and face. This is largely a reflection of the many organs that occupy
this portion of the body. These organ systems include the brain, the scalp,
the eye, the ear, the nose, the face, the mouth and the throat.
Potentially life-threatening conditions frequently arise in these areas
of the body. It is imperative to be able to rapidly identify the source
of these symptoms and obtain the right medical treatment
Headaches can be a sign of stress, migraine headache or ruptured
aneurysm. Headaches can occur from brain tumors, such as
acoustic neuromas or glioblastoma multiforme.
Degeneration of the brain can produce confusion, urinary incontinence
and gait disturbances. NPH or normal pressure hydrocephalus, Alzheimer's
disease and brain tumors can all produce these symptoms.
Hair loss can occur from genetic conditions, rashes, burns and
hormonal changes. Sometimes, they can be corrected with drugs or hair
transplants.
Visual problems can affect vision. They can occur with glaucoma, cataracts
and presbyopia. They can be treated with surgical procedures
such as lasik, lens replacement and drugs. Dry eye is a
very common problem. Many drugs, such as Restasis, can treat it.
Hearing loss is frequently not correctable except with hearing
aids. Tumors can occur in the nerves that supply the middle ear, forming
acoustic neuromas. Cholesteatomas can occur in the middle ear and
mastoid. Dizziness, vertigo, nausea and vomiting are frequently
associated with problems in the middle ear.
Facial problems run the gamut from acne to skin cancer. Wrinkles
and ageing of the skin can be treated with drugs, face-lifts and
laser therapy.
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