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Neurology
Neurologists treat conditions of the brain, spinal cord and nerves — headaches, seizures, stroke, and disorders affecting movement, memory and sensation.
Conditions treated
- Migraine & chronic headache
- Stroke & TIA
- Epilepsy (seizures)
- Parkinson’s disease
- Multiple sclerosis
- Peripheral neuropathy
- Dementia & memory disorders
Common symptoms
Tests & procedures
- MRI brain
- CT scan
- EEG
- Nerve conduction study
- Vitamin B12
Conditions we cover in Neurology
- Migraine
- Tension Headache
- Stroke
- Transient Ischaemic Attack (TIA / Mini-Stroke)
- Epilepsy (Seizures)
- Parkinson's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease & Dementia
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
- Peripheral Neuropathy
- Bell's Palsy
- Sciatica
- Vertigo (BPPV)
- Guillain-Barré Syndrome
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Cluster Headache
- Restless Legs Syndrome
- Essential Tremor
- Myasthenia Gravis
- Meningitis
- Encephalitis
When to see a doctor urgently
- Sudden weakness, face droop or slurred speech — an emergency (stroke)
- A sudden “worst-ever” headache
- A first seizure, or seizures that change
- Progressive numbness, weakness or memory loss
Frequently asked questions
How do I recognise a stroke?
Use FAST — Face droop, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call emergency services. Stroke is a medical emergency; act immediately.
When should a headache see a neurologist?
Frequent, severe or changing headaches, or headaches with neurological signs (weakness, vision changes, seizures), warrant a neurology review.
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Sources & further reading
- World Health Organization (WHO)
- MedlinePlus — U.S. National Library of Medicine
- Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, India
- Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
Reviewed by Dr. Sanjay Anbu, MBBS. MedDroid is an AI medical assistant and can make mistakes. It provides general health information, not a diagnosis or medical advice — always consult a qualified clinician. In an emergency, contact your local emergency number immediately.