As a neurologist at Pune, I tend to get a lot of questions about headaches. Naturally, some of the most common questions are what causes headaches and are there ways to alleviate them. It’s probably not a coincidence if you’re noticing more headaches recently. During a universally stressful time such as the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s…
What is epilepsy? Epileptic seizures are sudden bursts of abnormal electrical activity in the brain that can cause involuntary movements, changes in behavior and sometimes a loss of consciousness. Epilepsy can result from a wide variety of disorders including brain injury and stroke. Other kinds of seizures are called unprovoked seizures because no cause can…
One of the most prevalent reasons for vertigo, also known as benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), is characterized by a sudden and disorienting feeling that one is spinning or that the interior of one’s head is whirling. BPPV may produce short bouts of dizziness ranging from moderate to severe. It is often brought on by certain shifts…
Vertigo is a sense of rotation, rocking, or the world spinning, experienced even when someone is perfectly still. Many children attempt to create a sense of vertigo by spinning around for a while; this type of induced vertigo lasts for a few moments and then disappears. In comparison, when vertigo occurs spontaneously or as a result…
Neurological disorders encompass a broad range of conditions that affect the nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord, and nerves. These disorders can significantly impact a person’s quality of life, and understanding their symptoms, treatments, and when to seek help from a neurologist is crucial for timely intervention. In this blog, we will explore the…