Neurologists in Thousand Lights & nearby areas in Chennai, 17 Results

The branch of biology and medicine that deals with the anatomy, functions, and ailments of nerves and the nervous system.

Neurologists are specially trained for diagnosing, treating, and managing disorders of the nervous system, brain, spinal cord, nerves, and muscles. 

Both the Neurologists and Neurosurgeons treat the patients with the disorders of the nervous system. However, Neurosurgeons perform surgery, whereas Neurologists do not.

Neurologists receive special training in DM (Neurology). While a Neurosurgeon completes MS (Master of Surgery) to specialize in Neurosurgery.

Initially, a person will meet a Neurologist, who will evaluate the symptoms and decide the further treatment plan. If the Neurologist discovers that the patient requires surgery, they will refer them to a Neurosurgeon.

Neurological disorders are diseases of the brain, nerves, and spine. There are over 600 diseases of the nervous system like Epilepsy, Stroke, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson's disease, and brain tumors.

The common neurological disorders are:

• Epilepsy
• Headaches and Migraines
• Sleep Disorders
• Spinal Disorders
• Stroke
• Tremors
• Alzheimer’s Disease
• Brain Tumors
• Cerebrovascular Diseases
• Parkinson’s Disease
• Multiple Sclerosis
• Peripheral Nerve Disorders

• Sudden numbness or weakness
• Loss of hearing or speech difficulties
• Confusion
• Poor cognitive skills
• Double vision
• Difficulty in vision
• Seizures
• Difficulty in walking
• Severe Headache
• Bladder/ Blood Dysfunction 

Besides, the study of medical history and physical exam, the diagnostic tests for nervous system disorders may include the following:

• Computed Tomography Scan (CT or CAT scan)
• Electroencephalogram (EEG)
• Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
• Nerve Conduction Velocity (NCV) 
• Electromyography (EMG) 
• Positron emission tomography (PET) 
• Arteriogram (Angiogram) 
• Spinal tap (Lumbar puncture) 
• Myelogram 
• Neuro-sonography
• Ultrasound 

High or uncontrolled blood pressure may cause breakage, leakage, or narrowing of your blood vessels. This leads to the clotting of blood in your brain, thus restricting the blood flow and causing a stroke.