Nervous system diseases

Alzheimer's disease
Alzheimer's disease affects your brain function, memory and behaviour. Learn more about its symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and progression.

Bell’s palsy
Bell's palsy is a sudden weakness or paralysis of the facial muscles on one side of your face. Find out how to boost your chances of a full recovery.

Cerebral palsy
Cerebral palsy affects the nervous system, muscle control, movement and coordination. While the cause is often unknown, there are risk factors.

Epilepsy
Epilepsy is a long-term condition that affects 1 in 50 Australians. Learn more about the causes, how it is diagnosed and the types of seizures.

Motor neurone disease (MND)
Motor neurone disease is a condition that causes weakness in the muscles, leading eventually to paralysis. Learn about the symptoms and diagnosis.

Multiple sclerosis (MS)
MS is a chronic disease that affects the central nervous system. Learn about the types of MS and how the symptoms can be managed.

Neurofibromatosis
Neurofibromatosis is a manageable genetic condition characterised by benign tumours. Learn about its symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options.

Parkinson's disease
Parkinson’s disease results from damage to nerve cells in the brain, which impacts the smooth control of muscles and movement.

Sciatica
Sciatica causes pain in the back and legs. Discover more about the causes of sciatica, how the symptoms develop and how it's treated.

Shingles
Shingles is a painful rash caused by the chickenpox virus. Here's how to recognise the symptoms and find the treatment that's best for you.