Each cell in our body is specialized for a specific role. Many cells have the same constituent parts, but radically divergent functions. Nerve Cells Nerve cells, also known as neurons, are excited by chemical signals, transmitting an electrical impulse to other neurons in neural pathways. These are the main components of the brain, responsible for […]
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Multiple sclerosis, sometimes known as MS and disseminated sclerosis, is an ailment of the body’s central nervous system. It is a chronic disease capable of causing a variety of different symptoms, among them muscle weakness, depression, problems with vision, difficulty speaking, severe fatigue, and pain. In more extreme cases, multiple sclerosis can impair a person’s […]
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The nervous system is responsible for transmitting chemical and electrical signals throughout the body. Nerve cells within the nervous system are referred to as neurons and are what allow the nervous system to communicate with the cells of the body. All neurons within the nervous system must demonstrate three main qualities. Any neuron can respond […]