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.
What causes Epilepsy?
Epilepsy can be caused by different conditions that affect a person’s brain. Some known causes include: Stroke. Brain tumor. Brain infection from parasites (malaria, neurocysticercosis), viruses (influenza, dengue, Zika), and bacteria. Traumatic brain injury or head injury. Loss of oxygen to the brain (for example, during birth). Some genetic disorders (such as Down syndrome). Other neurologic diseases (such as Alzheimer’s disease).
How long do seizures usually last?
Usually, a seizure lasts from a few seconds to a few minutes. It depends on the type of seizure.
What is Epilepsy?
Epilepsy, which is sometimes called a seizure disorder, is a disorder of the brain. A person is diagnosed with epilepsy when they have had two or more seizures.
