What role does the spine play in neurological disorders?
Your spine connects your limbs and lower body to the brain with the help of nerve fibers and nervous tissue. Any damage to the spine can cause neurological disorders and vice versa. Spinal cord disorders have the potential to cause long-term & severe neurological issues.
Neurological disorder vs mental illness/disorder?
Neurological disorders are caused due to malfunction or damage to the central/ peripheral nervous system.
Mental illnesses or disorders are manifestations of disturbed behavioral issues and emotional problems.
Are all neurological disorders incurable?
Neurological disorders hamper the quality of life, are severe, and can be fatal. Though most are still incurable, many treatment outcomes depend on causative factors. With advanced medical procedures and palliative care, many symptoms can be improved and reversed in some cases.
When to go to a neuro physician?
Symptoms that persist for a long time need to be reviewed by a neuro physician like Severe or chronic headaches. Chronic pain in the body which is not of skeletal origin. Dizziness or problems with body balance. Chronic numbness or tingling in feet, fingers, wrists, etc Mild tremors or chronic twitching of muscles. Confused thoughts, random train of thoughts, memory problems.
What are the types of neurological disorders?
Neurological disorders are differentiated based on the following: Genetic defects: Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and epilepsy can run in families. Anatomic or structural defects: Bell's palsy, cervical spondylitis, carpal tunnel syndrome. Degenerative changes due to age: stroke, dementia, precipitation of Parkinson's. Blood supply issues(vascular) like brain damage, memory loss, and vascular dementia. Cancer: paraneoplastic disorders of the nervous tissues can cause problems like loss of consciousness, loss of muscle movement, thinking, memory, and sensory perception. Injuries and trauma related: can be due to physical(acute spinal cord injury, ALS, Ataxia) or emotional trauma(adverse childhood experiences can precipitate neurological symptoms). Infections: several viral infections can cause neurological disorders like meningitis, encephalitis, chickenpox, and polio. Seizure disorders: epilepsy.
What is a neurological disorder?
In medical terms, a neurological disorder can be defined as a disease, abnormality, or disorder affecting the brain, nerves, spinal cord, or nervous tissue present anywhere in the body. These disorders involve all electrical, biochemical, and structural problems related to the organs of the nervous system.
How long will my results last?
The UroLift System procedure is intended to be a long-lasting solution for BPH/LUTS that utilises a permanently placed implant. Clinical studies have proven durability out to five years. Individual results may vary.
What happens when BPH is left untreated? Are there any long-term risks?
Yes, if left untreated, for some men there may be long-term risks. BPH can lead to permanent bladder damage. When the bladder does not empty completely, the risk of developing urinary tract infections (UTIs) may increase. Other serious problems can also develop over time, including bladder stones, blood in the urine, incontinence, or urinary retention.
Is BPH a type of cancer?
No, BPH (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia) is not a type of cancer. It is a benign condition, unrelated to prostate cancer, which can greatly affect a man's quality of life.
What are the major types of seizures?
Seizures are classified into two groups. Generalized seizures affect both sides of the brain. Focal seizures affect just one area of the brain. These seizures are also called partial seizures.
