Headaches are one of the most common medical problems in the world. They affect people of all ages, genders, and races. In fact, about 75% of people will experience a headache at some point in their lives.  No matter what the cause, headaches can be excruciating and debilitating. They can interfere with work, school, and...

The brain is the hardware of our body which controls all our body and mind actions. If damage or dysfunction of any part of the body will manifest different types of symptoms. These symptoms may be usual and minor or may be severe and easily recognizable. So knowing these symptoms will help to understand when…

What is a Migraine? A migraine is a type of headache that is often described as throbbing or pounding. It can be severe and can cause other symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and sound. Migraines can last for hours or even days.  How Common Are Migraines?  Migraines are a common condition….

How are headaches treated?  The treatment for headaches depends on the type of headache and its severity. Some common treatments for headaches include:  Over-the-counter pain relievers, such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen  Prescription pain relievers, such as triptans or ergotamine  Relaxation techniques, such as yoga or meditation  Biofeedback  Acupuncture  Botox injections   How can I prevent…

Strokes are a medical emergency that occurs when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted or reduced, causing brain cells to die. There are different types of strokes, including ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, each with unique causes, symptoms, and treatment options. Preventing Recurrent Strokes: Long-Term Strategies and Follow-Up Care Primary stroke – Primary stroke…

Cluster headache is a primary headache syndrome like migraine, but it has different characteristics and different treatment than a Migraine. Cluster headaches generally occur in cluster periods or cycles of pain and are one of the most painful types of headaches. Symptoms and Signs As its name suggests, there are frequent bouts/pain attacks in clusters…

In 2022, Justin Bieber postponed his tour to India because of Ramsay-Hunt syndrome. And this medical disease was trending in the top-ten list on Google for weeks !! Let’s simply understand this medical condition. What is Ramsay-Hunt Syndrome? In simple words, it’s a type of viral infection, affecting facial nerves; resulting in weakness of one…

Tremors is the medical term for trembling or shaking. Most often it affects the hands or head but can affect any part of the body. Tremors can be a disease on its own, or they can be a symptom of another disease.

Epilepsy is a brain disorder, which affects approximately 1% of the general population. According to an estimate, there are more than 1.25 crore people living with epilepsy, in India. Epilepsy is not a mental disease and is not contagious. It is characterized by recurrent seizures(more than 2 seizures), which are unprovoked. A single seizure can…

Parkinson’s disease A brain disorder that leads to shaking, stiffness, and difficulty with walking, balance, and coordination Begins gradually and get worse over time People may have difficulty walking and talking May also have mental and behavioral changes, sleep problems, depression, memory difficulties, and fatigue Both men and women can have Parkinson’s disease The disease…

“That’s your best friend and your worst enemy – your own brain.” -Fred Durst When we usually talk about fitness, we talk about walking, cycling, gym, even marathons, but have we ever discussed our brain fitness? We should! Our brain is very critical “instrument” in every area of our life, be it work, play, enjoyment,…

This week, we observed “World Parkinson day” on 11th April. It is the birth anniversary of James Parkinson, the English surgeon, who first described the symptoms of the disease. We all have seen patients of tremors and Parkinson’s disease. But tremor is only a symptom and not always synonymous with Parkinson’s disease. A tremor is…

All of us would have suffered from headache at one time or another. Migraine is the most common cause of headache, for which a person seeks medical advice. It is episodic in nature, commonly unilateral and mostly pulsating or throbbing in character. Summer is the season of school vacation, lazy -sleepy mornings and fun; since our…

Epilepsy awareness A seizure is a short episode of abnormal electrical discharge in the brain, which causes behavioral or motor symptoms. Epilepsy is a brain disorder, causing recurrent seizures. A single seizure is not considered ‘Epilepsy’. Someone is said to have epilepsy if they experience two or more unprovoked seizures separated by at least 24...