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Neurologist
Yashoda Hospital, Malakpet , Hyderabad, India33 Years of experience
Speaks: English
Neurologists are medical professionals who can diagnose and treat diseases of the brain and spine. Since neurology covers the whole brain and nervous system, neurologists are trained to diagnose and treat a number of neurological disorders. Many neurologists also study a specific part of neurology after completing their residency training. Some of the conditions neurologist Dr. K Krishna Reddy treats are:
The neurologist uses a holistic approach for the treatment of the diseases and goes through the medical history of patients to know the cause of the illness. The neurological conditions are either infections (caused by fungus, virus, bacteria) or cancer. The risk of getting infected with these diseases increases with age.
A primary care physician usually refers a patient to a neurologist in case they experience any of the following symptoms:
Sometimes, some other signs/symptoms may also appear along with the above-listed symptoms. These can be issues with senses like touch, smell, and touch, which are often caused due to sensory dysfunction. Consultation with a neurologist is recommended in such cases.
You can find Doctor K Krishna Reddy in his clinic/hospital from 10 am to 4 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor is not available 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.
Some of the popular procedures that Dr K Krishna Reddy performs are::
The doctor completely evaluates the condition of the patient before performing any procedure. The neurologist has reported a high success rate in performing various procedures with high precision and accuracy. The doctor also holds a rich experience in handling complex cases with ease. The specialist is proficient in using the latest techniques to perform the procedures and ensures that the patient recovers quickly.
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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. Neurologists enroll in a fellowship program to have deep experience in their specialty area because they are responsible for diagnosing and treating the complex conditions of the nervous system. Neurologists perform a wide range of different tests and procedures to diagnose as well as treat neurological conditions.
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::
A neurologist might suggest some more tests as listed below:
Here are some reasons to see a neurologist:
Neuropathic pain: Neuropathic pain happens when the nerves are damaged due to injury or disease. Diabetes can sometimes cause such nerve damage. Pain may be acute.
Migraines: Frequent and acute headaches are the most common reason to see a neurologist.
Seizures: Seizures are a type of disturbances in the brain. They can lead to strange sensations, loss of consciousness, and uncontrolled movements.
Brain or spinal cord injury: Car accident, fall, and sports injury could harm your brain or the spinal cord. Brain injuries can also cause headaches, loss of consciousness, dizziness, and seizures.