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Summary. Brain atrophy refers to a loss of neurons within the brain or a loss in the number of connections between the neurons. This loss may be the result of ... Apr 11, 2022 ... GSM is the thinning of the lining of the vagina, which commonly occurs when reproductive hormones (estrogen) are no longer present. The atrophy is caused by aging changes in the fibres of the true skin, or dermis, and in the cells and sweat glands of the outer skin. Wasting of muscle ... Open What is MSA? What is MSA? Multiple System Atrophy (MSA) is a rare neurodegenerative disorder that can cause a multitude of symptoms in any combination. Dec 7, 2023 ... Vaginal atrophy is the thinning of your vaginal lining and vulval skin, caused by a drop in oestrogen levels around the time of menopause. May 29, 2024 ... Uterus - Atrophy. Narrative. Comment: Atrophy is a common age-related change and can also be induced by agents that cause ovarian damage or ... Mar 7, 2023 ... Geographic atrophy causes retinal cells to waste away and die, creating patchy areas in the retina like the one shown by the arrow. Oct 1, 2018 ... Description. Collapse Section. Spinal muscular atrophy is a genetic disorder characterized by weakness and wasting (atrophy ) in muscles used ... Sep 22, 2010 ... A simple and safe treatment can slow down the accelerated rate of brain atrophy in people with mild cognitive impairment. Posterior cortical atrophy ... Posterior cortical atrophy, also known as PCA, is an uncommon type of dementia that usually begins by affecting a person's vision.