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Should Hydrocodone Be Rescheduled?

A pain expert weighs in on an FDA advisory committee's recent vote in favor of reclassifying hydrocodone-containing medications as schedule II.

Stages of Grief and a New Reality When Living With MS

Multiple sclerosis is a chronic unpredictable disease, the shock that hits one in the face when hearing the diagnoses of Multiple Sclerosis can seem overwhelming. Elizabeth Kubler Ross identified 5 stages of grief; Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression and Acceptance.

Benign Brain Tumors

Find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of brain tumors (benign) including medical reference, news, pictures, videos, and more.

Caregiver Grief Triggers Mixed Emotions

From the initial diagnosis to a loved one's death and beyond, caregivers are faced with a barrage of conflicting feelings. Here's how to cope with them.

The Diabetic Neuropathies

This review summarizes the clinical features of the most common diabetic neuropathies, along with their management approaches, and provides a brief overview of new therapies under investigation.

Autism in the Classroom

When your child has an autism spectrum disorder (ASD), for example Asperger's syndrome, school can be difficult. Autism in the classroom is something that’s hard for teachers, parents, and the child with the ASD to deal with.

Update on the Surgical Treatment of Epilepsy

Despite its proven effectiveness, epilepsy surgery continues to be underutilized. Will emerging tools such as fMRI and novel neurophysiological techniques change that?

Partial Seizure Symptoms

A seizure is an episode of involuntary contractions of muscle and an alteration of the state of consciousness that occurs suddenly and without control. There are several different types of seizures, and the symptoms can vary depending upon the type.

ADHD and Sleep Disorders

WebMD explores the relationship between ADHD and sleep disorders. Find out about snoring, sleep apnea, and restless legs syndrome, and how ADHD medications can cause sleep problems.