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Head and facial pain have many possible causes, from migraine and sinus problems to dental conditions. However, sharp, sudden pain on one side of your face may originate from the trigeminal nerve rather than structures commonly involved in headaches. You have one trigeminal nerve on each side of your head,...

Malignant (cancerous) brain tumors are responsible for 15,000-plus deaths every year in the United States. Around 49% of malignant brain tumors are glioblastomas, so being told you or someone you love has one is frightening. This problem worsens when you hear or read inaccurate information about the condition. At Nova...

Around 30% of Americans with lower back pain have a disability that significantly reduces their quality of life. If you have back or neck pain and other treatments can’t help, surgery could be the answer. When you need spine surgery, choosing the right surgeon can feel almost as important as...

It’s scary to think you may have a tumor growing on your brain, but the more you know about brain tumors, the better equipped you are to spot the signs early and get expert medical care. If you suspect a brain tumor, board-certified neurosurgeon Bülent Yapicilar, MD, and his team...

The COVID-19 pandemic has triggered dramatic changes throughout everyday life — and in the medical community as well. Not only are providers across the country postponing elective procedures, but many are also encouraging people to avoid in-office appointments to reduce their risk of exposure to this highly contagious coronavirus.But what...