A neurologist is a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the nervous system, which include disorders of the brain, spinal cord, nerves, and muscles. This specialist is responsible for diagnosing and treating diseases such as migraine, epilepsy, Parkinson's, multiple sclerosis, neuropathy, among others. Additionally, the neurologist performs neurological tests, such as electroencephalograms (EEG) and MRIs, to evaluate the function and structure of the nervous system. It is advisable to see a neurologist if symptoms such as persistent headache, seizures, muscle weakness, balance disturbances or changes in cognitive function occur.
An embolism occurs when a blood clot (thrombus) forms in an artery or vein, obstructing blood flow to organs or body parts. Symptoms of an embolism depend on where the obstruction occurs but may include chest pain, shortness of breath, bleeding under the skin, and leg numbness.
Alzheimer's is a progressive mental pathology characterized by the deterioration of the brain mass causing memory loss.
The aneurysm is the deterioration or inflammation of an artery which can cause it to rupture.
Anterior circulation stroke is the result of a blockage in an artery that affects part of the brain's anterior (front) cerebral hemisphere. Symptoms include paralysis on one side of the body, difficulty speaking and understanding speech, double vision, and loss of consciousness.
Aphasia is a disorder in the part of the brain that controls language, making reading, writing and expressing what you want to say difficult.
Arteriovenous malformation is an anomaly in the vascular system where clusters of veins and arteries are formed that connect to each other, but without capillaries.
Ataxia-telangiectasia is a rare, progressive disorder that affects the nervous system and immune system. It may be associated with an increased risk of cancer.
Bell's palsy is a temporary loss of movement in facial muscles caused by damage to the facial nerve.
A cerebral aneurysm is an abnormal thickening of the wall of an artery in the brain, it grows abnormally as a kind of bulge and almost never presents symptoms until it ruptures or bleeding occurs.
Brain tumor is a benign or malignant mass that originates in the brain.
Cerebral palsy is a congenital disorder of movement, posture, or muscle tone.
Cerebral stroke is a condition arising from the loss of oxygen to the brain, which can cause impairment in one or more brain functions.
Cerebral vascular surgery is a procedure to repair damaged vessels in the brain.
Seizures are electrical discharges through neurons giving rise to a brain problem which can be a precedent of multiple pathologies
Craniopharyngioma is a malignant mass that is located in the brain or near the brain mass, causing pressure between different nerves and parts of the brain.
Craniosynostosis is a malformation of the baby due to the cranial sutures closing prematurely.
Cysticercosis is a parasitic disease that occurs when humans are infected by the larvae of the pork tapeworm Taenia solium.
Dementia is a deficiency of mental faculties, usually progressive, due to age or illness. Dementia alters memory, reason and behavior.
Disc herniation is a separation between discs located between the bones of the spine that cause pain.
Dyslexia is a reading difficulty whose origin derives from neurodevelopment, it is characterized by the confusion of the order of the letters while reading.
Dysarthria is a motor speech disorder where the muscles of the face, mouth, respiratory system slowly weaken or move.
Dystonia are involuntary movements of the muscles that cause repetitive movements.
Dystonia are involuntary movements of the muscles that cause repetitive movements.
Epilepsy is the interruption of the normal activity of brain cells causing seizures, the pathology can be hereditary or caused by external agents such as trauma.
Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is an autoimmune disorder in which the body's immune system mistakenly attacks healthy cells.
Headache is the pain felt in the head, neck, or face. Migraine is a type of intense headache often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and increased sensitivity to light. Cluster headaches are intense headaches (often on one side of the head) that occur over weeks-to-months time periods.
Headache is a pain that can range from mild to acute located in any area of the head.
Hemifacial spasm (also known as tic convulsion or facial nerve palsy) refers to a one-sided contracture or tightening of facial muscles, more commonly around the mouth.
Hydrocephalus is the agglomeration of fluid in the cranial cavity.
Insomnia is a sleep disorder that occurs when people have trouble falling or staying asleep.
Meningitis is a bacterial or virus infection that inflames the meninges.
Migraine is a severe pain in the brain mass that is usually intense and is accompanied by nausea and vomiting.
It is a pathology in which an abnormal and progressive hardening of tissues or organism is represented. It mainly affects the blood vessels and the nervous system.
Neurofibromatosis is the formation of tumors in the brain, spinal cord and nerves. It is considered as a genetic disorder.
Optic neuritis is the damage of the optic nerve caused by inflammation.
Parkinson is a drop of dopamine in the brain that creates a movement disorder.
Pulmonary sarcoidosis is a disease of unknown cause that causes inflammation of the lungs and can affect other organs as well.
Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) is a neurological disorder that affects sleep and causes an overwhelming urge to move one's legs.
Shaking palsy (also known as Parkinsonian syndrome, or primary parkinsonism) is a medical condition that causes shaking of the limbs, some cognitive decline, and an unstable gait.
Sickle-cell disease (Hemoglobin S) is a hereditary blood disorder in which hemoglobin in red blood cells tends to clog arteries, leading to pain/damage under the ribs and in the hands and feet.
Sleeping disorders are conditions that affect the ability to sleep properly and arise from a variety of causes. Neuropathic pain can be divided into two main categories, central and peripheral.
Stiff person syndrome (SPS) is a rare disorder of the central nervous system that can cause chronic muscle stiffness and painful muscle spasms.
A stroke is a sudden stop in blood flow to the brain. It can be caused by an embolism, thrombus, or blood clot (hematoma). Symptoms include weakness and paralysis on one side of the body, difficulty walking, confusion, and loss of consciousness.
A stroke is a sudden stop in blood flow to the brain. It can be caused by an embolism, thrombus, or blood clot (hematoma). Symptoms include weakness and paralysis on one side of the body, difficulty walking, confusion, and loss of consciousness.
Tics are sudden, repetitive movements or sounds that occur involuntarily. Tics can be caused by a variety of factors, including infection, trauma, and genetics. They can cause pain, involuntary movement, and difficulty speaking.
The vertebral tumor is a benign or malignant mass that originates in the spine.
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