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What Is A Neurologist?

A neurologist is a medical doctor having expertise in treating diseases related to the nervous system- which is further made up of two parts- the central and the peripheral nervous system. It includes brain and spinal cord.
However, to receive best care you must see your primary doctor first who may recommend you to see a neurologist. If he thinks you have an illness that needs an expert care.

Neurological Problems And Their Signs

According to the University of California there are more than 600 neurological disorders affecting millions of people worldwide. In order to recognize the symptoms, it is important to know the different types of neurological disorders- some of them are as follow;

  • Alzheimer’s disease
  • Back pain
  • Brain injury
  • Chronic fatigue
  • Dementia
  • Dizziness
  • Muscular sclerosis
  • Parkinson disease
  • Scoliosis
  • Spine tumor
  • Spinal deformity
  • Stroke
  • Tremors

Signs And Symptoms Of Neurological Disorders

The signs and symptoms of neurological disorder can vary significantly depending on the type of disorder and the area of the body affected by the disorder.
However, the symptoms can be largely categorized into two main categories- the emotional symptoms (drastic mood swings, sudden outbursts, depression, delusion etc) and the physical symptoms (poor cognitive abilities, unexplained pain, muscle weakness etc).

When to See a Neurologist?

Dizziness

We all sometimes feel dizzy and reasons for such dizziness may be different. But if such condition persists for a longtime then it’s the high time to see a neurologist.

Neurologist treat dizziness that is either a symptom of vertigo (as if you or the things around are spinning) or disequilibrium (difficulty to keep balance).

Neurotic Pain

It is an excruciating pain that is likely to happen when the nerves are damaged due to some injury or disease such as diabetes. Such type of pain does not go away with common pain relivers and a neurologist is an only recourse in helping you find the best treatment possible.

Headaches And Migraines

It is one of the most common type of neurological problem. We all experience it but the severity may be different for different people. Most of the headaches are caused by migraines. Migraines may persist for days or can either be sporadic.
The pain caused by migraines is again excruciating and a throbbing one. Migraines are caused by a variety of reasons ranging from food to stress. Thereby, seeing a neurologist helps you find out the cause triggering the migraines so you can avoid them in future in order to avoid migraines.

Numbness

Numbness may happen for many different reasons and in some cases, it may not be a thing to worry about, but however if this situation persists for a long time or if it happens quite often then you must see a neurologist as soon as possible.

Seizures

Seizures are caused by a sort of disturbance in your brain leading to uncontrolled movements or even loss of consciousness. To see a neurologist can help you grapple with finding the root cause of such seizures. There are now many medications to help prevent or in some cases (like epilepsy) to reduce seizures.

Sleep Problems

Insomnia, nightmares, disturbed sleep are all the foreboders of neurological problems. They may be caused by problems that are not neurological however if the condition persists for long or become severe you must consult a neurologist.

What To Expect While Visiting A Neurologist

As cliché as it may sound, first of all your neurologist will go on for taking your medical history and it makes sense not to hide anything from your doctor as hiding medical history posits serious threats to your treatment.

You may also undergo a physical exam that help treats your problem in the best way possible. The doctor may also check your mental status, speech vision etc.

Diagnostic Tests

The physical exam gives a good insight of your problem to the neurologist he may then suggest you a few tests to confirm the diagnosis. Diagnostic tests might include;

  • An electroencephalogram (EEG) measures the electrical activity in your brain. It helps in the diagnosis of conditions of brain including tumors, inflammation and injuries.
  • Computed tomography aka CT scan
  • Magnetic resonance imaging aka MRI scan

Where Do I Get Affordable Neurological Treatment In Rawalpindi?

Al- Khidmat Raazi Hospital in Rawalpindi with its competent and deeply experienced staff is the best option to get your neurological problems solved under affordable charges. Neurologists at Al Khidmat Raazi hospital work with teams of doctors and specialists in other areas to make sure you get the care you need.
If you are really looking for the best treatment, schedule an appointment now at Al- Khidmat hospital to experience the best treatment in town.