Brain on Fire: My Month of Madness

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Cerebellum

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The part of the brain that regulates balance and coordination.

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Frontal Lobe

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The part of the brain responsible for decision-making and personality.

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Autoimmune Encephalitis

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A condition where the body's immune system attacks the brain, potentially causing hallucinations and paranoia.

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Temporal Lobe

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The part of the brain most affected by inflammation in autoimmune encephalitis, associated with memory and emotion.

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Psychiatric Disorder

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A mental health condition that can be misdiagnosed due to symptoms like erratic behavior.

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MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)

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A medical imaging technique used to visualize internal structures of the body, including the brain.

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Hallucinations

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Sensory experiences that appear real but are created by the mind, often associated with mental health disorders.

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Paranoia

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An irrational and persistent feeling that people are 'out to get you', often linked to mental health issues.

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Brain Inflammation

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Swelling of the brain tissue, which can lead to various neurological symptoms.

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Neurotransmitters

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Chemicals that transmit signals across a synapse from one neuron to another, crucial for brain function.