Tag: vascular disorders

  • Subcortical Dementia

    Subcortical Dementia: Definition and Description of Subcortical Dementia: Subcortical dementia is a type of cognitive impairment that primarily involves the subcortical regions of the brain, including the basal ganglia and thalamus. Unlike cortical dementias, which affect the cerebral cortex and tend to lead to prominent memory loss, subcortical dementia often manifests with changes in movement,…

  • Raynaud’s Phenomenon

    Raynaud’s Phenomenon: Definition and Description of Raynaud’s Phenomenon: Raynaud’s Phenomenon is a vascular disorder characterized by episodic vasospasm of the small blood vessels, primarily in the fingers and toes. This condition results in reduced blood flow, causing the affected areas to typically turn white and may eventually develop a blue hue, leading to discomfort and…