Neurological Disorders: Diseases, Symptoms & Treatment in India
Neurological Disorders: Diseases, Symptoms & Treatment in India
Neurological ailments or disorders are those that occur in the nervous system. Any pain and / or abnormality affecting your brain, spinal cord, or other nerves must be taken to a neurologist for an effective diagnosis. Neurology, being an extensively elaborate division, has its sub specialities as well. For example, the department focusing on the nervous system and its functioning alone is Neurophysiology, while neuromuscular specialists are those working on muscle weakness and fatigue that progress over time, otherwise known as neuromuscular disease.
Symptoms of Neurological Disorders?
Emotional Symptoms:
Since neurological diseases are those associated with the functioning of the brain and associated nerves, it’s common to observe symptoms such as depression, anxiety, lack of concentration, mood swings, etc.
Physical Symptoms:
- Tourette’s or Tourette syndrome is a very common observation, especially in children between the ages of 2 to 15. This syndrome is associated with repetitive movements, unwanted sounds (tics) that are beyond human control. Other observations may include (but are not limited to) repeated blinking of eyes, shrugging of the shoulder/s, or blurting out unusual sounds.
- Partial or complete paralysis
- Muscle weakness
- Loss of sensation
- Seizures
- Difficulty reading and writing
- Poor cognitive abilities
- Poor cognitive abilities
- Unexplained pain
- Decreased alertness
Treatment
There are two types of neurologists one can consult:
Pediatric Neurologist: A Pediatric neurologist specializes in nervous abnormalities occurring in children below the age of 18.
General Neurologist: Adults, or anybody above the age of 18 must consult an adult neurologist if they are experiencing any symptoms that may lead to a neurological disease.
If you are experiencing any of the above symptoms, it is best advised to seek professional medical assistance immediately. The experts will employ a range of tests to carry out the diagnosis and also rely heavily on medication for cure.
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