10 Questions To Ask Your Neurologist

Table of Content

• Who is a Neurologist?

• What Conditions Do Neurologists Treat?

• Questions To Ask Your Neurologist

• Signs It’s Time To See A Neurologist

• Take Home Points

Introduction

Doctors are there to always listen to us and clear our doubts. But aren't there some circumstances when we are perplexed about the type of answer we need from them? We mostly experience such circumstances with specialists - like neurologists. We don't meet neurologists regularly like we meet other general physicians. This makes us wonder about what kind of questions you should ask them. 

If you are also one among those who are thinking about the questions needed to ask the neurologist, then this article is for you. 

Who is a Neurologist?

A neurologist is a medical professional who specialises in identifying, treating and managing disorders related to the central nervous system. They treat neurological disorders related to the brain and spinal cord like Alzheimer's disease, concussions, seizures, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease and stroke. 

What Conditions Do Neurologists Treat?

Neurologists can diagnose various neurological disorders that are due to the brain, spinal cord and peripheral nerves (nerves that surround the central nervous system). Here are some of the central nervous system conditions which neurologists can treat, 

• Headaches and migraine

• Brain tumours

• Stroke

• Epilepsy

• Brain aneurysms

• Peripheral neuropathy

• Sleep disorders

• Myasthenia gravis

• Muscular dystrophy

• Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis

• Alzheimer's disease

• Parkinson's disease

• Inflammatory neurological disease

• Multiple sclerosis

• Encephalitis

• Meningitis

Questions To Ask Your Neurologist

Here are 10 questions you should ask your neurologist for understanding your diagnosis better. 

• Why am I Experiencing These Symptoms?

• What Type Of Disorder do I have?

• How Will This Disorder Affect My Health?

• What Are The Treatment Options Available?

• What Are The Benefits Of This Treatment?

• What Are The Risks Of This Treatment?

• Are There Any Alternative Treatments?

• How Will This Disorder Affect My Daily Life And Activities?

• How Long Will It Take To Cure?

• Should I Make Any Lifestyle Changes For Effective Results?

Signs It’s Time To See A Neurologist

You should immediately see a neurologist if you are experiencing any symptoms of nerve damage or central nervous system disorders. Below are some of the reasons to see a neurologist,

• severe  headache

• chronic pain

• numbness or tingling

• dizziness

• weakness

• seizures

• movement problems

• vision problems

• memory problems or confusion

• sleep disorders

Take Home Points

• Neurologists diagnose and treat various disorders related to the brain, spinal cord and peripheral nerves.

• Neurologists can treat neurological problems like stroke, epilepsy, seizures, muscular disorders, sleep disorders and even inflammation in brain tissues. 

• You should always prepare a list of questions about your symptoms before visiting the neurologist.