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About Neurologist
Doctors who diagnose and treat problems of the brain and nervous system are neurologists. They don't perform surgery. Your primary doctor may suggest that you see one if he thinks you have an illness that needs specialist care.
Some of the situations neurologist treats are:
- Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
- Alzheimer's disease
- Brain and spinal cord injury or infection
- Brain tumor
- Back pain
- Headaches
- Epilepsy
- Multiple sclerosis
- Peripheral neuropathy (a disease that affects your nerves)
- Pinched nerves
- Parkinson's disease
- Stroke
- Seizures
- Tremors (uncontrollable movements)
What they do
When you visit the neurologist, he'll check your medical history and your symptoms. You'll also have a physical exam that focuses on your brain and nerves. You may be required to take a neurological exam.
He may check your:
- Coordination
- Speech
- Vision
- Strength
- Reflexes
- Sensation (ability to feel things)
- Mental status
Types
There aren’t different types of Neurologist but they can be differentiated with the amount of experience and additional skills they have.
Appointment booking
Before getting started with neurological treatments, search the best neurologist for yourself. You can book an instant appointment with the best neurologist in your area on the HospitALL website. You can also call our CareALL helpline. Our dedicated CareALL staff is always there to help you.