What is neuroscience?
Neurosciences is a scientific study of the nervous system. This is a multidisciplinary branch that deals with the cellular, functional, behavioral, evolutionary, computational, molecular, and medical aspects of the nervous system. Neurosciences also focuses on the human brain and analyzes how it regulates our body and our behavior.
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.
Why choose Aster MIMS for Neurosurgery?
Aster MIMS offers highly qualified and dedicated neurosurgeons. Our facility put forward advanced guidance and the latest technology, as well as a warm, family-like atmosphere, we are well known for the quality of care we provide.
Aster Mims neurosurgeon Dr. Jacob P. Alappat is nationally recognised as well. Our certified doctors and nurses monitor the progress of our patients round the clock.
What is the average age for dementia to begin?
The risk rises as age increases, especially after age 65. However, dementia is not a normal part of ageing, and dementia can occur in younger people. Family history. Having a family history of dementia puts you at greater risk of developing the condition.
Is There a Cure for Parkinson's Disease?
There is currently no cure for Parkinson's disease, but treatments are available to help relieve the symptoms and maintain your quality of life.
