Stroke in Women
According to studies, an estimated one in five American women will have a stroke, and nearly 60 percent will die from the attack. Stroke...
Neuropathy caused by High Blood Sugar
Nerve damage or diabetic neuropathy resulting from chronically high blood glucose can be one of the most frustrating and debilitating...
Parkinson's Disease : When to visit your neurologist?
Parkinson's Disease (PD) is a progressive disorder of the nervous system that affects movement. It develops gradually, sometimes starting...
Daily life with migraine
Living with migraines can be a difficult challenge. Almost one-third of migraine sufferers experience moderate to severe disability. The...
Myelin Sheath : Nerve Protectors?
Myelin Sheath is a wrapping of myelin around certain nerve axons, serving as an electrical insulator that speeds nerve impulses to...
What Is Neuralgia?
Neuralgia is a stabbing, burning, and often quite severe pain that occurs along a damaged nerve. The damaged nerve may be anywhere in the...
What does a Brain Specialist do?
Doctors who specialize in treating the brain are called neurologists. A neurologist is a medical doctor who specializes in treating...
Symptoms of Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS)
Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is a condition in which you have an uncontrollable urge to move your legs, usually due to leg discomfort. It...
What is Diabetic Neuropathy (DM)?
Diabetic Neuropathy is a type of nerve damage that can occur if you have diabetes. High blood sugar can injure nerve fibers throughout...
When do you need a Neurologist?
As a general rule, for non-severe headaches, Your family doctor is a great place to start. However, if the recommended treatments are not...