Several neurological diseases affect either gray or white matter, leading to various symptoms and impairments.
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS): A demyelinating disease that primarily affects white matter, leading to impaired signal transmission. - Alzheimer's Disease: Characterized by the loss of neurons and synapses in gray matter regions, affecting memory and cognitive functions. - Stroke: Can damage both gray and white matter, depending on the affected vascular territory, leading to deficits in motor and sensory functions.
