Case Reports

Deconstructing the “Extreme Delta Brush” in Acute Autoimmune Encephalitis

The intersection of acute-onset psychiatric symptoms and neurological decline in young patients presents a critical diagnostic challenge. Prompt identification is vital for prognosis. Let’s review a classic clinical presentation and a highly specific neurophysiological biomarker that every neurologist, psychiatrist, and critical care specialist should recognize. The Clinical Picture A 17-year-old female is brought to the […]

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isolated femoral neuropathy

Isolated Femoral Neuropathy after Pelvic Trauma: A Case with EMG Correlation

🔵 Note: This article is intended for healthcare professionals and contains advanced medical information. Introduction Traumatic pelvic injuries are often associated with vascular or visceral damage, but isolated peripheral nerve involvement is less frequently reported. Among these, femoral neuropathy is particularly rare and may be overlooked if not systematically assessed. Electromyography (EMG) plays a crucial

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Headaches and scalp pain after a khalta

Case Report: Chronic Scalp Hypersensitivity Following Use of a Traditional Herbal Mixture (Khalta) for Hair Growth

Introduction Traditional herbal mixtures (khalta) are commonly used in North Africa and the Middle East for various purposes, including hair growth, skin care, and general wellness. While often perceived as “natural” and therefore harmless, these preparations are not standardized and may contain irritants or toxic components that may cause unexpected side effects such as skin

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