Question 1

what is minimal brain dysfunction?

Accepted Answer

Ancient term: This was a term used in the 1960's to 80's to describe a constellation of minor nervous system abnormalities. It was often applied to ADD kids who also have disordered fine motor function, left right confusion, and other issues.

Question 2

what exactly is minimal brain dysfunction defined as?

Accepted Answer

Old term: This was a term once used to describe kids with mild learning disabilities or add. The idea of a brain with "minimal impairment" was common in the 70's and 80's. It supposed that mild brain injury was the cause like it is for cerebral palsy. Today we understand the complex genetic and non-genetic factors involved and the term has lost its usefulness.

Question 3

does repeating words show a brain dysfunction?

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Depends: How often does this occur and under what circumstances.  Echolalia (the medical term) can be a manifestation of neurological abnormalities, both structural or metabolic and even psychiatric.  This condition may require an extensive medical evaluation.

Question 4

what is bilateral posterior cerebral dysfunction in the brain?

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: When I think of posterior cerebral territory, I think of that part of the brain supplied by the posterior cerebral arteries.These supply the occipital lobes. Although I'm not familiar with such a syndrome other than damage from strokes or trauma, I would expect some difficulties with visual perception or types of blindness from posterior cerebral dysfunction. A neurologist can advise you best,tho

Question 5

describe the disorder called brain dysfunction (encephalopathy).?

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Delirium: Encephalopathy refers to symptoms related to the brains higher cognitive or thinking functions. This means people have altered levels of consciousness ( lethargic or even comatose to agitated and restless) they are often confused, may have hallucinations, . It is a consequence of a large # of possible problems from infections, drug side effects, to things like kidney or liver failure.

Question 6

do i have a brain dysfunction if i cannot remember every detail like when i was younger?

Accepted Answer

No!: Memory varies from person to person.

Question 7

minimal brain dysfunction mbd & adhd & add distinctions?

Accepted Answer

Old term: Mbd is the old (pre 1980) term for adhd. Someone with adhd on the chadd website once joked, "mbd? Does that mean I have a minimal brain or a minimal dysfunction?" 
add is frequently used to mean adhd without hyperactivity (primarily inattentive type).

Question 8

how does brain dysfunction occur in patient with hepatic encephalopathy?

Accepted Answer

Hepatic encephalopat: Nitrogenous waste products accumulate in the systemic circulation, such as Ammonia, which crosses the blood-brain barrier and is absorbed by brain cells which use ammonia to form Glutamine, which cause swelling of brain cells.

Question 9

is there any way one can distinguish a dangerous dizziness that is because of brain dysfunction of others by themselves ? i have a sickness phobia.

Accepted Answer

No: See a neurologist.  If you cannot because of psychological issues, consult with a therapist and then see a neurologist.

Question 10

can subdural hematoma lead to brain dysfunction?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: The brain can be damaged if the hematoma is severe enough.  In fact, it can be fatal.

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