Neurologist ·
VPS Lakeshore Hospital , Kochi, India
25 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: English , Malayalam
Neurologists are doctors who are trained in diagnosing and treating conditions of the brain and nervous system. Since neurology deals with the brain and nervous system, there are several conditions that neurologists could diagnose and treat. Many of these neurologists study a certain subset of neurology once they finish their training. Some of the conditions neurologist Dr. Bindu Varghese treats are:
The neurologist evaluates the condition of patients completely to know the reason of the illness. The neurological disorders are either cancers (benign, malignant) or infections (caused by fungus, virus, bacteria). The risk of developing these diseases increases with age.
You must see a neurologist if you have any of the below-listed symptoms of the brain and nervous system conditions.:
People who have problems with their senses may also see a Neurologist because sensory dysfunction can be caused by disorders of the nervous system.
If you wish to seek consultation from doctor Bindu Varghese, you can visit him between 10 am and 4 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor doesn’t work on Sunday. Always call the doctor or his attendant to confirm his/her availability because the doctor may not be available due to some personal reasons or any emergencies.
The list of popular procedures that Dr Bindu Varghese performs is given below::
The condition of the patient is accessed completely by the doctor before performing any procedure to understand the risk associated with the procedure. The neurologist is popular for their high success rate and patient-centric approach which helps fast recovery of the patient. With vast experience in performing even the most complex cases with high precision and accuracy, the doctor follows medical protocols in order to ensure patient safety.
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A doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating the diseases of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves, is called a neurologist. They have to complete compulsory training after becoming a doctor, to have expertise in their specialization area. As the nervous system is complex, a neurologist is involved in treating a certain population of people with some neurological diseases. Neurologist completes residency training first and then they enroll in fellowship programs to have experience in their specialty area. Neurologists always try to know the cause of a condition before starting treatment. For this, they conduct different tests and procedures in order to diagnose and treat neurological disorders.
There are certain tests that you need to get done before and after consultation with a neurologist so that they can evaluate the overall condition of the patient and start appropriate treatment. The tests that help neurologists diagnose underlying neurological disorders are listed below::
Below are some additional tests that are required for the diagnosis of the conditions of the nervous system.:
Here are some of the top symptoms that suggest you should consult a neurologist:
Headaches: Headaches can be common, and might happen sometimes as a result of fatigue, stress, and hunger. In case of persistent headaches, consult your doctor.
Change in Vision: Blurred loss of vision could result from the aging process, exposure to bright light, and an injury to the eye. But they can be a sign of more severe neurological conditions.
Dizziness: It is common to feel dizzy when you have a head cold. But chronic dizziness is not normal. This could be a sign of different ailments and should be evaluated.
Memory Loss: Mild forgetfulness is a normal symptom but when it begins to affect your everyday life, it is time to consult your doctor. Memory loss is a symptom of a number of neurological conditions.
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