Introduction Lasmiditan is a new-generation medication used for the acute treatment of migraine. It is distinct from traditional triptans because it does not cause vasoconstriction, making it a safer option for patients with cardiovascular disease. Class of Drugs 🔹 Selective 5-HT1F Receptor Agonist (Ditans) Lasmiditan is the first-in-class 5-hydroxytryptamine1F (5-HT1F) receptor agonist to win FDA […]
Introduction Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) is a group of neurodegenerative disorders characterized by progressive degeneration of the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain, leading to significant changes in personality, behavior, and language. Unlike other dementias, FTD often presents at a younger age, typically between 45 and 65 years. Etiology The exact cause of FTD is […]
Introduction Lyme disease is a multisystemic infectious disease caused by the spirochete Borrelia burgdorferi, transmitted through the bite of infected Ixodes ticks (black-legged or deer ticks). It is the most common tick-borne illness in the United States and Europe and can cause dermatologic, neurologic, cardiac, and musculoskeletal complications. Etiology Causative Agent: Borrelia burgdorferi (in North […]
Introduction Middle cerebral artery (MCA) infarction is the most common type of ischemic stroke, resulting from blockage of the MCA, which supplies large portions of the cerebral cortex involved in motor, sensory, and language function. MCA strokes cause significant morbidity and are considered neurological emergencies requiring immediate management. Etiology Atherosclerosis and thromboembolism (most common cause): […]
