When Should You See a Neurologist?
Frequent headaches, a state of distraction and drowsiness, sleep problems. What to do? Of course, same turn to a neurologist. A neuropathologist will help cure many diseases associated with the nervous system. In this article, we will take a closer look at who a neuropathologist is, and also in what cases it is worth contacting this doctor.
Who is a neurologist?
A neuropathologist is a doctor who has received a doctorate in medicine and has received special training in the field of the brain and nervous system. Neurologists are experts in disorders that can affect any part of the nervous system – with a particular focus on strokes, movement disorders, dementia, infections of the brain and spine, headaches, and more.
Neurologists are doctors who examine the entire nervous system—the brain, spinal cord, nerves, and muscles. They evaluate the functioning of the brain and spinal cord to diagnose problems associated with them. Neurologists may also focus on a specific part of the nervous system, such as the blood vessels that feed the brain, or degenerative diseases of the nervous system.
What is neurology itself?
Let’s turn to terminology.
Neurology is the study of the nervous system. It is close to both psychology and physiology (the study of how living beings work). Neurologists treat diseases such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, epilepsy, Huntington’s, etc. Neurologists try to understand how the nervous system works. Wikipedia states that neurology is a medical specialty dealing with disorders of the nervous system, specifically the human nervous system.
The work of a neuropathologist depends on a good knowledge of the nervous system. It is also necessary to have an excellent understanding of neurological preparations and procedures in order to help patients suffering from various disorders associated with the central and peripheral nervous system.
Injuries of the spinal column, diseases of the joints, dystrophy of the spine, disorders associated with the musculoskeletal system. All this is within the competence of a neurologist. Even the most efficient doctors and medical equipment can solve all problems: many disorders and diseases can be blamed on genetic predisposition and various environmental factors.
Neuropathologists have a special interest in problems developing during pregnancy and childbirth. Pediatric neuropathologists diagnose and treat cerebral palsy in infants, as well as other diseases of the brain and spinal cord in children.
In what cases should you contact a neurologist?:
- if there are frequent headaches, even if it is a migraine. It is necessary to immediately contact a neurologist.
- disturbed sleep. It can also cause a visit to a neurologist.
- deterioration in appetite and general condition
- if frequent dizziness or pre-fainting conditions occur. You should immediately visit a neurologist.