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The existence of a problem in the neurological system (brain, spinal cord, muscles, and nerves) that results in decreased neurologic function. Examples include inability to speak, decreased sensation, loss of balance, weakness, cognitive dysfunction, visual changes, abnormal reflexes, and problems walking amongst other things. See also focal neurologic deficits.
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Review Date: 7/24/2001
Reviewed By: Galit Kleiner-Fisman MD, FRCP(C), Department of Neurology, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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