Neurology
Toxic Neuropathy
By Dr.Manvir Bhatia/Ananya, Dated-1st June 2023 Toxic neuropathy is a condition in which toxic substances damage the nerves. It is a form of peripheral neuropathy. Thus, the nerves going to our hands and legs go are affected. Common causes for toxicity are : It is very important to know the cause of the neuropathy to…
Trigeminal Neuralgia
11th April 2023, Dr.Manvir Bhatia, Ananya Trigeminal neuralgia(TN) is a condition that causes intense pain in one side of the face such that it can disrupt normal activities. It is also known as tic douloureaux. This intense electric shock-like pain is caused mostly by the neurovascular compression of the trigeminal nerve. It is more common…
Epilepsy & Pregnancy
By Dr.Manvir Bhatia & Ananya Epilepsy and Pregnancy Epilepsy is a neurological disorder. It affects the central nervous system (CNS) causing abnormal activity in the brain leading to seizures and loss of behavior sometimes. It is the fourth most common neurological disorder affecting 50 million people globally and over one million women of childbearing age….
Video Electroencephalography
By Dr. Manvir Bhatia &Hiba “If you look at the anatomy, structure, function of the human body, there’s nothing in the universe that’s more complex, yet more beautiful than the human brain”. What is VEEG? Video EEG is a non-invasive diagnostic tool that records the electrical activity of your brain as well as your physical…
Measures One Can do to Maintain “Good Brain Health” By Dr.Manvir Bhatia & Ananya
The brain is a vital part of the human body. It is the center that controls and coordinates all the thoughts, memory, emotions, and functions of the body. Keeping it functioning well and protecting it from neurological disorders is important. Health was defined by WHO in the year 1948 as “a state of complete physical,…
What is Parkinson’s Disease?
By Dr.Manvir Bhatia 22nd Dec 2021 PARKINSON’S DISEASE: It is a brain disorder due to a decrease in the chemical (Dopamine) usually occurs around 60 years but few can have early onset that is before the age of 50. Symptoms Parkinson’s disease signs and symptoms can be different for everyone. Early signs may be mild…
A good night’s sleep helps in skin regeneration and enhances overall beauty.
By Dr.Manvir Bhatia & Saunri December 4th 2021|| Sleep, Beauty Introduction A good night’s sleep is vital when it comes to our skin and beauty. Our skin regenerates at night while sleeping. People who get good quality and quantity of sleep have healthier skin as it can retain moisture well and produce enough collagen. It heals…
Lack of enough sleep at night can cause incessant headaches during the day
28th July 2021 by Dr.Manvir Bhatia and Saunri-Sleep & Headache Do you often wake up with a headache even if you have slept for enough hours? Do you get a headache in the evening that is only resolved if you go to sleep? Or do you wake up in the middle of the night with…
Sleep Disordered Breathing (SDB) in Patients with Neuromuscular Disorders
June 15th 2021|| Sleep Disordered Breathing, Neuromuscular Disorders Sleep Disordered Breathing (SDB) in Patients with Neuromuscular Disorders Neuromuscular disorders (NMD) are disorders are disorders that affect the functioning of muscles. These include disorders of the Anterior Horn Cell such as Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), disorder of Neuromuscular Junction such as Myasthenia Gravis, disorders of motor…
Chronic use of Anti Epileptic Drugs can impair bone health in the long run.
June 10th 2021|| Bone Health, Chronic Epilepsy Introduction Epilepsy is one of the most common neurological disorders that causes seizures. It is estimated that more than 12 million people in India are afflicted by it. Epilepsy is very manageable through appropriate treatment strategies. Most commonly used are Anti Epileptic Drugs (AEDs). While the primary goal…
Different types of tremors caused by various conditions can be treated!
March 13th 2021|| Tremors, Causes By Dr.Bhatia & Saunri Tremor Tremor is the most common movement disorder that occurs due to disturbance in areas of the brain that control movement. It is an involuntary muscle contraction causing rhythmic shaky movement in any part of the body. Tremors can cause difficulty in performing daily life activities…
Causes of peripheral neuropathy can be genetic, metabolic, or autoimmune.
23rd February 2021 by Dr.Manvir Bhatia & Saunri Causes of Peripheral Neuropathies Genetic Causes: Disorders such as Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) Disorder and Hereditary neuropathy with liability to pressure palsies (HNPP) are some the genetic causes of Peripheral Neuropathies. Recently, a study published Neurology Genetics in 2020 found that a mutation in the dystonin (DST) gene affected…
Peripheral Neuropathy causes symptoms based on which nerves are affected.
18th Feb 2021-Dr.Manvir Bhatia/Saunri Peripheral Neuropathy Damage to the peripheral nerves causes a group of conditions termed Peripheral Neuropathy. The causes of Peripheral Neuropathy range from a variety of hereditary conditions such as Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease, metabolic conditions such as diabetes which is one of the leading causes, and autoimmune conditions such as Guillain-Barre syndrome. Symptoms…
Parkinson’s Disease has many symptoms and timely treatment can help to control it!
By Dr.Manvir Bhatia & Saunri- 22nd January 2021 Parkinson’s disease Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative disease that has affected nearly 7 million elderly people in India. The common Parkinson’s disease symptoms include tremors, loss of function of muscles, slow movement, and impaired balance. Why does Parkinson’s Disease occur? Parkinson’s disease occurs due to the loss…