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How do we form memories? Is the process of memory formation impaired by autoimmune encephalitis? Memory formation is the process by which the brain stores knowledge and experiences. It is an essential process for regular functioning. But diseases like autoimmune encephalitis can get in the way of this process. Read more about how Susannah’s memory formation in the brain was impaired when her brain was on “fire”.
Who is Dr. Souhel Najjar in Brain on Fire? How did he finally get Susannah her diagnosis? Souhel Najjar is a doctor with a reputation for solving medical mysteries. Susannah’s neurologist reached out to him before quitting her team. Read more about Dr. Souhel Najjar and how he handled Susannah’s case differently.
Who is Dr. Dalmau? How did he establish himself as an expert in anti-NMDA-receptor encephalitis? Dr. Dalmau is the neuro-oncologist that wrote about a rare autoimmune disease. Susannah Cahalan’s symptoms were similar and her doctor consulted with him. Read more about the discoveries made by Dr. Dalmau and how he helped Susannah.
What are Ebola symptoms in humans? What are the signs and symptoms of Ebola? Ebola has several strains, and the symptoms can vary. But Ebola symptoms in humans do share some commonalities, and all are considered highly deadly. Read more about Ebola symptoms in humans.
What was the disease in Brain on Fire? How did the disease in Brain on Fire change Susannah’s behavior? The disease in Brain on Fire is anti-NMDA-receptor encephalitis. It is a rare disease that was difficult to diagnose. Read more about Susannah Cahalan and her journey to diagnose the disease in Brain on Fire.
Is there a relationship between Ebola and AIDS? Did they originate from the same place? Ebola and AIDS are both viruses, but are very different in the way the infect people. They are also different in the ways they affect the body. Keep reading to learn more about the relationship between Ebola and AIDS.
What is the Brain on Fire story about? How did Susannah Cahalan suddenly lose a month of time? The Brain on Fire story is about Susannah’s descent into what appears to be a psychosis. She is paranoid about her family members and doesn’t remember the time after she recovers. Read more about the Brain on Fire story and the time Susannah can’t remember.
Who is Dr. Nancy Jaax? What was her role in containing and researching the Ebola virus? Dr. Nancy Jaax was an army veterinarian and researcher who was one of the first to work with infected monkeys during the US outbreak of Ebola Reston. Read more about Dr. Nancy Jaax and her role in Ebola research and containment.
What is Brain on Fire: My Month of Madness about? How did Susannah Cahalan put together what happened to her? Brain on Fire: My Month of Madness tells the story of Susannah Cahalan’s missing month in the hospital. She appeared to have a psychosis, but her brain was attacking itself. See what happened in Brain on Fire: My Month of Madness.
What was the Ebola outbreak of 1989? How did the virus start, and how was it contained? The Ebola outbreak of 1989 marked the emergence of a new strain of Ebola called Ebola Reston. Keep reading to find out more about the Ebola outbreak of 1989, and how it was contained.