Have you experienced pain or tingling in your hands or feet? Those are signs of possible neuropathy, “a general term for nerve dysfunction in your limbs,” says Eva Feldman, MD, PhD ...

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Ear pain has numerous causes. Most are treatable, though some are serious. Conditions responsible for ear pain can strike anyone at any age. If you begin to develop ear pain, it's essential to see a ...

Anxiety can sometimes cause physical symptoms like chest pain and pressure. But because these symptoms can also indicate heart conditions, it’s important to get an accurate diagnosis.

Myelin is an insulating layer of lipids and proteins surrounding nerves. Myelin damage can cause problems with the nerves’ ability to send and receive electrical messages. Inflammatory disorders ...

Non-myelinated neurons transmit electrical signals more slowly than the myelinated nerves in the body. Most neurons that carry signals regarding movement and higher-level functions, such as thinking ...