Author: Glossary

Cytoplasmic branched process of a nerve cell.  

A tumor formed of cells of nervous origin (usually ganglionic).  

Indicating an endocrine influence on nerves or the influence of nerves on endocrine tissue.  

Phenomenon occurring after a nerve is severed, where an outgrowth of axons meet to reestablish the nerve’s integrity.    

Inflammation of the choroid coat and optic nerve.  

Inflammation of choroid and retina combined with optic neuritis.  

Any method used to increase the function of a nerve, especially in managing pain. One example is transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation.  

A tumor of the central nervous system composed of neurons and glial cells.  

Disease of a joint associated with disease of the central nervous system.