Neurosurgeon fun facts

 False neurosurgeon fun facts

1) Neurosurgeons are the only ones who can operate on a brain that has been completely destroyed by an accident or disease, like being hit by a car or falling off of a building.

2) The human brain is made up of approximately 100 billion nerve cells called neurons. Each neuron sends out electrical impulses to other neurons in your body (called synapses). When you think about it, there are so many things going on at once that we humans cannot comprehend. A single thought can cause a whole chain reaction. (Try it: think about something hard like "COBRA" without letting your mouth open to breathe! See how hard that is for you?)

3) A normal human brain can hold about 5 to 8 thoughts at the same time. But some people have " lots " of thoughts. Some people have so many thoughts they can't remember all of them. Some people think really hard about things and it takes a whole lot of time for them to come up with an answer. Other people have a lot of thoughts that are very fast, like a light going on and off. These people are called " quick " thinkers. Some people are not " quick " thinkers and it takes them a long time to think things through. These people are called " dum-dums".

4) You can see your brain on a brain scan. Your brain has little folds all over it. These folds are like little pockets that hold different types of brain cells. There are two main types of brain cells: nerve cells that send messages to other cells, and muscle cells that make you body do stuff like hold a pencil or jump up and down when you like.

5) A big part of being a " doctor " is making stuff up. That's how doctors figure out what is wrong with you or how they figure out how to fix you. A brain scan is just one of the many ways doctors figure out stuff. Other ways are being smart and taking tests.

6) The part of your brain that controls hand movement is called the parietal lobe. If you move certain muscles in your arm, you can make different shapes with your fingers whether you are sitting or standing. Your brain controls all this movement.

7) You have two little brains in your head. One on the right side of your head and one on the left. They are connected together by a piece of thick, yellow gas called " Arterial Blood ". This piece of gas lets oxygen and other stuff move from side to side. If you pinch the two sides of the gas together, it stops blood from flowing from one brain to the other. This is called a " Stroke ". A stroke happens when too much blood is taken out of one side of the brain.

8) If you have a brain injury (like a stroke), the part of your brain that was injured starts to die. This is because the brain is not getting enough blood. The dead part starts to look pale. That's how a brain injury gets its name: " injury ". It's not really " injurious " if you don't die from it!

9) A brain can only hold so much " knowledge ". If something is learned in the " fractured " part of the brain (the injured part), then it can't go to other parts of the brain to be learned. Instead, that knowledge stays in the injured part of the brain until something else "ruptures" that part of the brain. When this happens, the dead area gets bigger and bigger. This is how a " stroke " happens. If you have a " stroke " in the right side of your brain, you will lose your ability to speak. Eventually, you will become a " vegetable " or die.

10) In the brain, there are little parts called " Nerves ". These nerves send messages from one part of the brain to another. If you look at your brain on a brain scan, you can see that there are little branching paths from the two sides of the brain. The two brain pathways control different parts of your face. If you move your mouth, one pathway moves your eyebrows up and the other moves your eyebrows down. This pathway also controls the muscle behind your eye. If you move your eye, it moves the eyebrow up or down. The pathway that moves your eyebrows up controls the muscle that makes you laugh and the one that moves your eyebrows down makes you cry.

11) You should always ask your parents or teacher if you are in any pain. Most pain is from the brain, not the body. Making the pain go away is a good way to start feeling better. Sometimes, when the pain is really bad, you should see a doctor.

12) No one really knows what happens inside your brain when you sleep. Some people think that your brain "charges up " while you sleep. This might make your brain stronger so that it can do more things when you wake up. Most people, though, just think that sleep is like a break from life.

13) Something really " crazy " happens in your brain while you sleep: The brain " resets ". This might be a good thing. If you learned something really hard, the brain might forget it. If something " interrupts " the sleep, the brain might forget what is going on when you wake up.

14) The " Human Body Is An Amazing Machine ".

15) Your body is full of things called organs. The brain isn't an organ!

16) People make body parts for you when you are born. The doctor or nurse takes a bit of your skin and some of your blood. Then, the doctor makes a " part " out of the skin and blood. (We think the doctor makes your heart, too.) This part becomes part of you so that you have a good chance of living. If a part gets " taken away " from you, you might die.

17) There are " two of everything " in your body. There are two eyes, two ears, two legs, two arms, and so on.

18) The inside of your body is really neat. There are lots of things in there called " Organs " that do important things for you. Your liver does one important thing. If your liver doesn't work, you might die. Your heart is another important organ. If your heart doesn't work, you might die, too. If your brain isn't working right, you might die. Your blood is important, too. If your heart doesn't pump the blood right, you might die.

19) There Are "Two Of Everything" In Your Body.

20) If you have a cough, you might need a "leukocyte". A leukocyte is a white blood cell. It fights off infection.

21) All of your body's organs work together like a democracy: If one gets sick, the others have to step in and help.

22) Your mouth is full of things called " Teeth " and " Saliva ". Your teeth are white. They look weird when you laugh. Saliva helps your body break down food so that it can be digested. When you eat dinner, your body does all sorts of neat things with the food.

23) Without a liver, you can't survive long without food. Without blood, you die.

24) There are "Two Of Everything" In Your Body.

25) Your body is made up of many, many different kinds of " Cells ". These cells do all sorts of interesting things for you. They eat food, they make new skin, they fight off disease. You might think of them as your "magic powers".

26) Your body is full of " Organs " that do important things for you. If your heart doesn't work, you might die. If your brain isn't working right, you might die, too.

27) There Are "Two Of Everything" In Your Body.

28) If you have a cough, a cold, or a flu, you might need a "vaccine". A vaccine is made from part of the disease. This is why it is important to get all vaccinations when you are a baby. Not getting vaccinated when you are a baby might result in serious disease when you are a very old person.

29) Your body is made up of many, many different kinds of "Organs" that do important things for you. If your heart doesn't work, you might die. If your brain isn't working right, you might die, too. If something happens to your eyes, you can't see.

More on Neurosurgeon and the Brain.

The first fact is that the human brain has a volume of approximately 1,000 cubic centimeters (0.086 cubic inches). This means that if you were to fill up your entire head with water, it would only take as much time as it takes for one drop of rain to fall on the Earth's surface. The second fact is that the average human brain weighs approximately 2 pounds (928 grams) and contains about 100 billion neurons. These numbers are based on measurements taken from actual brains in laboratories. You may think that these numbers are tremendous, but if you were to place all of the stars in the galaxy into your skull, it would not even come close to the amount of matter present in the human brain.

The interior of your brain is complicated in structure and decoration. The surface is covered with a tough, leathery substance called the neuro-epithelium which serves to protect the brain itself. Underneath this are the ganglia, which are clusters of nerve cells that control the muscles of the organism's limbs. These ganglia are linked together in circuits by way of fibers called the gray matter.

The white matter is made up of a number of long, slender axons that are able to communicate signals more efficiently between different parts of the brain. These long axons are wrapped in a very important part of the brain called the myelin sheath. This thick coating of the myelin sheath makes the axon faster and more efficient at sending signals. In fact, this is one of the reasons why the human nervous system is able to send and receive signals at such a rapid rate; similar to how an electrical wire works.

The human brain has an outer covering called the meninges. The two layers of this covering are the cerebral cortex, and beneath it is theTemporal Lobe. You may recognize the cerebral cortex from the folds and indentations on top of it. This is where our human intelligence resides, and it is only through interconnecting our thoughts that we are able to use appropriate skills. The temporal lobes, located directly underneath the cerebral cortex, are where our instinctive skills are housed. It is from here that a large portion of human behavior stems.

The human brain has been the focus of much research, and scientists have found many things within it. Some of the functions of the brain that have been discovered are as follows:

The brain controls the eye and the eye controls the brain, yet the whole body is controlled by the mind.

In the brain there are small bumps called cerebral spinal fluid-filled vessels. These little bumps act as a cushion for the brain, but also help control functions and movement within the brain itself.

The human brain has between 1 and 2 million nerve cells (neurons) in every single part of it. These cells communicate with each other via fibers made of a substance called Myelin. Each individual nerve cell can be considered a sentient being, and when enough of them are connected together, complex thoughts and ideas are able to take shape.

One of the most recent advancements in brain surgery was the ability to directly connect parts of a brain together without the need for a spinal cord. This would allow a person to survive without a vital part of their brain and body functioning, though they would no longer be alive.

These are just a few of the fascinating facts about the brain that have been discovered.

Your brain is located at the very back of your skull, suspended by a small piece of bone, just above your brain stem, which is itself located near the very bottom of your spine. You eyes are focused directly in front of you, and you see the world in vivid 3-D. You are aware of your senses in the world around you, and you are able to make decisions, thoughts, and feelings. These are all bundled into a complex feeling called consciousness.

Your brain controls and monitors everything that your body does, as you wouldn't be able to move or breathe without it. This is true without you even realizing it. Your brain also keeps you alive, without it, you would simply be a "meat" body, incapable of making decisions. Even the most complex decision would simply be a reflex, leading to slow and painful death. For this reason, your brain is your body and your body is your brain.

Your brain is connected to, and controls, every part of your body. The brain is no exception to the laws of the living, and it regulates the rest of your body in a similar way. Your brain is able to do this through a function called homeostasis.

The body constantly seeks a state of stable equilibrium. Anything that would cause the body to depart from this stable state is met with either a physical or emotional response. The brain works to maintain a balance in the body, and will do everything it can to ensure this. The body and mind have evolved together, and they are intertwined, each affecting the other.

Your brain is a complicated organ that has many specialized areas devoted to specific tasks. The most important of these are listed below.

Your brain is connected to every other part of your body, and the rest of this section details the extent of this connection.

The brain controls every system in your body, directly or indirectly. These include your sensory organs, your circulatory and respiratory systems, your muscles, your skeleton, your hormones, your immune system, and many more.

Your brain has massive amounts of cells, structures, and functions. This means it is incredibly complex. Even parts of the brain that do similar things are different in very specific ways to make them truly unique. This is important to remember when studying the brain, as it is easy to get lost in the details.

The brain is made up of two parts, the left and the right. These are connected by a thick fluid called the corpus callosum. This is important to remember when studying the brain, as it is easy to get lost in the details.

Your brain, and all other brain functions, occur mainly in the cerebral cortex. This is the part of your brain that contains many folds, or "hillocks", which contain nerve cells. These cells send signals to other cells, which control the muscles in your body.

The human brain can be studied in many ways. Researchers have conducted experiments on the effects of different drugs on the brain, as well as studying the brain in situations of extreme stress or isolation.

The part of the brain that contains the "guts" of your mind, the cerebral cortex, can be separated into two sections. These sections are called the pre-frontal cortex and the Temporal Lobe. They are connected to each other and to other parts of the brain by a layer of fluid, called the corpus callosum. The functions of these sections can affect each other. For example, the parts of the brain that contain the highest concentration of nerve cells are believed to control speech. If a section of the brain is damaged, this may interfere with the ability to speak.

Your brain has two main functions: perception and action. These are affected by your cerebral cortex and other parts of the brain, as described below.

The part of the brain that is involved in perception is the cerebral cortex. It is made up of several folds, or "hillocks", which contain nerve cells.

The part of the brain that contains the highest concentration of nerve cells is believed to control speech. This part of the brain is called the "Language Area" of the "Wernicke's Area", after the man who first identified it.

The part of the brain that contains the "guts" of your mind, the cerebral cortex, can be separated into two sections. These sections are called the "Prefrontal Cortex" and the "Temporal Lobe". They are connected to each other and to other parts of the brain by a layer of fluid, called the Corpus Callosum. The functions of these sections can affect each other. For example, the parts of the brain that contain the highest concentration of nerve cells are believed to control speech. If a section of the brain is damaged, this may interfere with the ability to speak.

The RDL is a group of nuclei within the basal forebrain. It plays a role in reward-based learning, such as habituation (the need to repeat a stimulus for it to be effective). The exact role of the RDL is complex and still being researched.

The basal forebrain is the area from the brain above (the cerebral cortex) and behind (the thalamus and other structures in the midbrain). It helps in the processing of all sensory information, other than vision, before it reaches the cerebral cortex. The basal forebrain contains many structures involved in the sense of smell. It also includes the septum, the hippocampal formation and nucleus, the diagonal band, the dorsal and median Eminence, and the RDL.

The hippocampus is located in the medial temporal lobe and is connected to the anterior part of the cerebral cortex. The hippocampus is important for the acquisition and consolidation of memories. Lesions to the hippocampus result in an impairment of these abilities. The part of the hippocampus that is involved in these abilities is the hyper-archic hippocampus.

The hippocampus is divided into two lateral sections, each of which contains multiple sub-divisions. These sections are separated from one another by the fissure. These sub-divisions are the dentate gyrus (DG) and the subicular complex (SDC). The DG is involved in the storage of memory and learning, and is the site where new memories are formed. The SDC is important for the consolidation of memories to long-term storage. An example of this is when a new habit is formed, such as riding a bike. If the skill is to be stored as a new habit, the consolidation process must take place in the SDC. The consolidation of a new habit can only be achieved by repetition. Repetitive practice is needed until the consolidation process is achieved, which then permanently stores the skill in the DG.

The septum is a fold of tissue situated between the hippocampi. It is made up of two sides, the upper and lower. It helps to divide the two hippocampi and is involved in the memory of experiences. The upper septum is mainly involved in emotional experiences and the lower septum is mainly involved in non-emotional experiences.

The septum is divided into three sections: the anterior, central, and posterior.

The dorsal fin, or dorsal band, is a thin septum that runs longitudinally along the midline of the septum. It is present in most mammals and is formed by the fusion of trabecular bone and extends from the anterior to the posterior end.

The dorsal fin is important for keeping the brain stable and preventing it from tumbling end-over-end during movement. It helps to distribute the pressure of blood flow to the different parts of the brain.

The fornix is a large cluster of neurons located in the upper part of the temporal lobe and involved in emotion. It is made up of around 40 different nuclei and is involved in the short-term storage of memories in emotion.

The hilus, or hilus, is a depression in the hippocampi that holds a substance known as the paleo-onion, or columnar structure. The paleo-onion is made up of a series of columns, each of which is made up of between 3 and 5 cylindrical vesicles. These vesicles contain an important chemical, called synapsin, which helps to relay messages between neurons.

The paleo-onion is formed during development and is made up of a series of columns. It is involved in forming new memories and is also important for learning. If the paleo-onion in the hilus is destroyed, new memories cannot be formed.

The septum is a folded layer of neural tissue that runs between the two hippocampi. It is involved in the short-term storage of memories.

The septum is formed during development and is made up of two distinct sides, the upper and lower. These sides are separated by a narrow channel called the fissure. The upper septum is mainly involved in emotional experience and the lower septum is mainly involved in non-emotional experience.
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fornix is a group of neurons in the upper part of the temporal lobe of the brain. It is involved in the short-term storage of memories in emotion.

The fornix is formed during development and is made up of around 40 different nuclei. It is involved in the short-term storage of memories in emotion.

The hilus, or hilus, is a depression in the hippocampus that holds a substance known as the paleo-onion, or columnar structure. The paleo-onion is made up of a series of columns, each of which is made up of between 3 and 5 cylindrical vesicles. These vesicles contain an important chemical, called

The paleo-onion is formed during development and is made up of a series of columns. It is involved in forming new memories and is also important for learning. If the paleo-onion in the hilus is destroyed, new memories cannot be formed.

The fornix is a large cluster of around 40 different nuclei situated in the upper part of the temporal lobe. It is involved in the short-term storage of memories in emotional experiences.

The fornix is made up of around 40 different nuclei. It is involved in the short-term storage of memories in emotion.

The reptilian brain is made up of a series of neural structures that are very different to those in mammals. These structures include the optic chiasma, or Jacobson's circuit, which consists of the pulvinar, or thalamus, the intermediate ganglion, and the pretectal, or colliculus, in the forebrain; and the hypophysis, the epithalamus, and the abot, or hypothalamus, in the hindbrain. These structures are important in controlling a number of the instinctive responses that occur during vertebrate life, including locomotion.

Limbic encephalitis refers to a group of encephalitides that affect the limbic system of the brain. The part of the brain involved in emotion and personality is known as the limbic system. There are several different types of limbic encephalitis, any of which could affect humans.

Limbic encephalitides are infectious diseases of the nervous system. They are characterised by inflammation of the brain and, in some cases, by demyelination as well. They are usually caused by viruses, although bacteria, fungi and parasites have also been implicated.

The most common form of limbic encephalitis is modern-day polio, which was initially termed epidemic encephalitis. The disorder causes inflammation of the brain and is usually fatal. It first appeared in the early 20th century and is mainly found in Europe, where it was once known as St. Vitus' dance. The disease is caused by the paramyxovirus Morbillivirus 6, also known as the dog parvovirus.

A second form of limbic encephalitis, kuru, was first described in the 20th century and is found mainly in New Guinea. The disease was once prevalent among the Fore people, causing widespread death. It is caused by the protein rich yet pathogenic bacteria called Bacillus cereus.
Kuru causes a rapid rise in the levels of the neurotransmitter glutamate within the brain, followed by its breakdown. This results in a condition known as hyperglutamic acidemia, or GLU, which leads to the characteristic symptoms of the disease: a weakness and difficulty walking, an abnormally mild mood, and a tendency to laugh inappropriately. It is thought that kuru was caused by consuming the brains of infected people, as the disease affects the motor system and sufferers often have a walking gait similar to that of a paraplegic. Both forms of this disease are now thought to be extinct due to the use of MSG and other transmissible diseases.

The third type of limbic encephalitis, known as tick-borne encephalitis, was first described in the 1950s. It is caused by several different viruses, and affects primarily deer and cattle. It is spread through the bite of a tick infected with the disease. The disease can spread throughout an entire herd of animals very quickly, leading to high mortality. It primarily affects the central nervous system, although in some cases, liver and skin disease may occur.

A final type of limbic encephalitis, Creutzfeldt-Jacob disease, was first identified in humans in the early 20th century. It primarily affects humans, causing a rapid degeneration of the brain and nervous system. It is caused by a virus called Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease or CJD. Other mammals, including humans, are affected only rarely. The disease is sometimes called mad cow disease, although they do not cause the disease in cattle. There is no cure, and it typically leads to death within a few years. It is believed that stem-cell research will lead to new treatments for the disease.
The name "limbic encephalitis" is a misnomer; the actual disease affects the entire brain. The term "limbic encephalitis" is sometimes used to refer to any disease affecting the limbic system, or the emotional center of the brain. It is also sometimes used to refer to a less severe condition affecting only the brain, known as acute limbic encephalitis.

Hope your brain will understand that all those neurosurgeon fun facts are made up and not real (maybe some).