Neurology is a branch of medicine which deals with the diseases of brain and its connections.

Brain is the master of the body and it controls almost all functions which we perform. The nervous system consists of brain and its connections, namely spinal cord,peripheral nerves and muscles.

It has many functions ranging from the maintenance of consciousness, thought process, judgement and memory to other basic functions such as muscle power,sensations, coordination and gait. Special senses like vision, hearing and taste are also controlled by brain. Diseases which affects any part of the nervous system have a great impact on our functioning ability.

What is a neurologist?

A neurologist is a medical doctor who diagnoses, treats and manages disorders of the brain and nervous system (brain, spinal cord and nerves). A neurologist knows the anatomy, function and conditions that affect your nerves and nervous system. Your nervous system is your body’s command center. It controls everything you think, feel and do — from moving your arm to the beating of your heart.

A neurologist is a medical doctor who specializes in diseases and conditions affecting your brain, spinal cord and nerves. Your neurologist will examine you, order tests, make a diagnosis, treat your condition with medication or physical therapy or refer you to and work together with other specialists, such as a neurosurgeon or neuro-oncologist, if appropriate. Come prepared with your notes, share your health information and never hesitate to ask questions. Your neurologist at Dipakshi Hospital is here to help diagnose your condition, treat or manage it as best as possible and support you along the way.

Why should you see a neurologist?

Here are six signs that tell it is time to visit neuro specialty hospital:

Chronic headaches

Chronic pain

Dizziness

Numbness or tingling

Movement condition or imbalance

What diseases and conditions does a neurologist treat?

Cerebrovascular disease, such as stroke

Demyelinating diseases of the central nervous system, such as multiple sclerosis

Headache disorders

Infections of the brain and peripheral nervous system

Movement disorders, such as Parkinson's disease, tremors, chorea, imbalance

Neurodegenerative disorders, such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (Lou Gehrig's disease)

Seizure disorders, such as epilepsy

Spinal cord disorders

Speech and language disorders

Memory disorders

Nerve disorders such as neuropathies

Muscular disorders like dystrophies

Pain disorders like fibromyalgia, trigeminal neuralgia, radiculopathies

Giddiness causes such as vertigo

Brain tumors

What types of tests does a neurologist order?

Angiography

Biopsy

Cerebrospinal fluid analysis

Computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), X-raysandultrasound

Electroencephalography (EEG)