Neurologists treat disorders of the nervous system, brain, spinal cord, nerves, muscles and pain. Common neurological disorders include:

1. Stroke
2. Alzheimer’s Disease
3. Headache
4. Epilepsy
5. Parkinson’s Disease
6. Sleep Disorders
7. Multiple Sclerosis
8. Pain
9. Tremor
10. Brain Injuries
11. Spinal Cord Injuries
12. Back pain
13. Peripheral Nerve Disorders
14. Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis

An examination is used when a family doctor seeks a specialized opinion about a patient whose symptoms may involve the brain or nervous system. The examination may also be performed when a patient wants a second opinion from a neurologist. The neurologist’s expertise in disorders of the brain and nervous system can give patient’s effective diagnosis and treatment for neurological disorders.

1. Persistent or sudden onset of a headache
2. A headache which changes
3. Loss of feeling or tingling
4. Weakness or loss of muscle strength
5. Sudden loss of sight
6. Forgetfulness
7. Lack of coordination
8. Muscle rigidity
9. Muscle spasms or tics

Neurological disorders are diseases of the brain, spine and nerves; there are more than 600 diseases of the nervous system, such as brain tumors, epilepsy, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease and stroke.

The best way to treat a stroke is to avoid it in the first place. High blood pressure is a leading cause of stroke, so we would treat hypertension with medications and possibly with anticoagulants if we discovered a patient had a problem with blood clots. Lifestyle changes are important to prevent a stroke; stopping smoking, eating a healthy diet, getting enough exercise and proper sleep and eliminating stress can all contribute to avoiding stroke.

The term dementia refers to a set of symptoms, not a specific disease. Alzheimer’s disease is a type of dementia that causes problems with memory, thinking and behavior; it is the most common form of dementia.

Being obese puts you at risk for a number of preventable diseases and conditions, including heart disease, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, stroke, gallbladder disease, breathing problems, certain types of cancer, chronic back pain, and osteoarthritis. Obesity may also take a toll on self-esteem and contribute to depression.

When it comes to healthy weight loss, slow and steady wins the race. Aim for losing 1 to 2 pounds per week by increasing physical activity, making healthy diet changes, and getting support from your doctor or from a weight loss program. To stick to a weight loss plan, choose moderate weight loss goals and adapt your diet and fitness routine in ways that are sustainable and not too restrictive.

It is very important to keep your blood sugar level under control. When your blood sugar level is high, it can cause damage in your veins and arteries. This damage could lead to complications later such as heart attacks, strokes, kidney disease, neuropathies, vision problems, etc. 

The main difference between the two types of diabetes is that type 1 diabetes is a genetic disorder that often shows up early in life, and type 2 is largely diet-related and develops over time. If you have type 1 diabetes, your immune system is attacking and destroying the insulin-producing cells in your pancreas.

Infectious diseases in humans are caused by microorganisms including: Viruses that invade and multiply inside healthy cells. Bacteria, or small, single-celled organisms capable of causing disease. Fungi, which include many different kinds of fungus

Infectious diseases are transmitted from person-to-person through the transfer of a pathogen such as bacteria, viruses, fungi or parasites. A non-infectious disease cannot be transmitted through a pathogen and is caused by a variety of other circumstantial factors.

General Medicine deals with almost all range of both acute and chronic diseases including fever, asthma, heart disease, liver problems, hypertension, neurological problems, and other ailments.