Why would my doctor send me to a neurologist?
Neurologists are specialists who can assess, diagnose, manage, and treat conditions that affect your nervous system. Your doctor might refer you to a neurologist if you’re having symptoms that could be caused by a neurological condition, such as pain, memory loss, trouble with balance, or tremors.
What are some of the more common neurological test?
Common Neurological Tests
- Cerebral Angiogram. Some diseases, such aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations, and vasculitis, affect the blood vessels of the brain.
- CT Myelogram.
- CT Scans.
- Nerve Conduction Studies.
- Nerve Conduction Velocity.
- Lumbar Puncture.
- MRI Scans.
- Neurological Examination.
What does a neurology test consist of?
What is a neurological examination? A neurological examination assesses motor and sensory skills, hearing and speech, vision, coordination, and balance. It may also test mental status, mood, and behavior. The examination uses tools such as a tuning fork, flashlight, reflex hammer, and a tool for examining the eye.
What to expect at your neurology?
Medical History It will start off with a basic talk.
What is neurology really like?
Neurology is extremely challenging and difficult work and quite often your patients are not going to get better so much of the work can be palliative, degenerative and slow decline. It can range from increasing fits with epilepsy to end stage degenerative conditions.
What are the benefits of Neurology?
Diversity in Career. There are a number of different options available to neurologists.
What disease will a neurologist treat?
A Neurologist will treat diseases that attack the nervous system, such as: Infections (bacterial, viral, fungal) Cancers (malignant, benign,)