As a leading neuro Hospital in Patna, the department of Neurology at BIG Apollo Spectra Hospital specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of brain, spinal cord, and nerve disorders.
Under the care of an expert neurologist in Patna who has years of experience, the treatment will be supported by thorough evaluations. You will also undergo neurological exams and tests like MRI, CT scan, EEG. Some of the problems that we treat include stroke, epilepsy, migraine, and nerve disorders.
If we find that you have a structural issue, we will without any delay refer you to our on-site team of neurosurgeons. BIG Apollo Spectra Hospital is a multispecialty hospital. Your neurologist will coordinate your treatment with the departments of neurosurgery, radiology, critical care, and physiotherapy if need be. The all round care available under one roof is one reason we are trusted by patients throughout Bihar as the best hospital in Patna for neurology. The first appointment usually consists of a discussion about your symptoms rather than you having a stack of tests. Our neurologist will then determine your care plan.
The medical experts who diagnose and medically treat disorders of your brain, spinal cord and nerves are called neurologists or a brain specialist doctor. This includes everything from how your brain controls movement and processes memory, to how electrical signals move down a nerve in your arm or leg. Neurologists don’t perform surgeries. They manage your condition with medications, therapy and monitoring over time, consulting a neurosurgeon only if necessary for your particular case.
Neurologists treat disorders like stroke and other cerebrovascular diseases, epilepsy and seizures, migraine and headache disorders, Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders, dementia, peripheral neuropathy, and neuromuscular disorders like myasthenia gravis.
Neurologists can also manage infections of the nervous system ( neuro- infections), multiple sclerosis, and disorders of the spinal cord which cause weakness or numbness.
After your neurologist determines what system
is affected, the next step is finding out why BIG Apollo Spectra is set up to
manage it well.
Neurological symptoms rarely fit into one neat box, so your treatment shouldn't either. As an advanced neuro hospital Patna patients trust, BIG Apollo Spectra puts your case in the hands of an experienced neurology specialist who takes time over your history and examination before recommending any test.
Here's what backs that up:
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An experienced neurology
specialist trained in stroke, epilepsy, and movement disorders
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Comprehensive neurological
evaluation covering cognition, speech, strength, and coordination
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On-site diagnostic support,
including MRI, CT, EEG, and nerve conduction studies
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Multispecialty coordination with
radiology and critical care for complex cases
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Direct access to neurosurgery when
surgical intervention is needed
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Physiotherapy and rehabilitation
support for recovery after stroke or nerve injury
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Emergency and critical-care
support for time-sensitive conditions like stroke
● Continuity of care, with the same team following your progress through recovery
This matters most when your condition changes quickly,
which is often true in neurology.
Neurological conditions can impact your
movement, memory, emotions or speech. Here's an overview of the broad groups of
conditions we treat at BIG Apollo Spectra, categorised by the part of your
nervous system they impact.
A stroke occurs when blood supply to a portion
of your brain gets blocked (due to a clot) or gets interrupted due to a bleed.
Brain haemorrhage and other cerebrovascular diseases are also classified under
this group. Time is of essence here more than in any other neurological
condition. Our neuro physicians coordinate the management of stroke and brain haemorrhage treatment with neurosurgery
and critical care teams when needed.
Epilepsy is defined by recurrent seizures,
which are episodes caused by excessive electrical discharge from your brain.
Because one seizure doesn’t necessarily indicate epilepsy, we take your full
evaluation into account. Our neurologist will help sort through the cause of
your seizures, their pattern, and suggest medications to manage them.
Migraine is actually one of the most common
disorders that brings patients to see a neurologist but is often treated as if
it were a simple headache. Migraine is typically associated with nausea, light
or sound sensitivity, and sometimes visual symptoms (aura) that occur prior to
the headache. Long-term or recurring headaches that are unresponsive to OTC
medications should also be evaluated instead of having you suffer through trial
after trial of over-the-counter medications. Migraine, its potential triggers differ quite
significantly as compared to other types of headaches.
Conditions like peripheral neuropathy, nerve
pain, numbness, and muscle weakness are often caused by some issue in your
peripheral nervous system instead of your brain. Neuromuscular disorders are
also categorized here. These disorders occur when the connection between your
nerves and muscles start to deteriorate. Contact our neurology team right away
for diagnosis of peripheral neuropathy if you're dealing with tingling or
weakness that is persistent.
Movement disorders include Parkinson’s disease, tremors, and other similar movement disorder conditions. Neurodegenerative conditions include Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. As the name suggests, these conditions are progressive, so the earlier we identify the issue, the more treatment options you have to manage your symptoms. Our approach for treating movement disorders at Big Apollo Spectra centers around how they impact your function as well as quality of life.
Determining what condition you might have
based on your symptoms is crucial. Figuring out when those symptoms are serious
enough to visit a neurologist is the next step.
Neurological symptoms can develop gradually, making you prone to ignore them until they affect your quality of life. So, try not to wait until your symptoms are severe to see a head specialist doctor. The leading neuro doctors have seen this situation too many times and patients who are diagnosed late due to delayed reporting of symptoms.
Consider a neurology consultation with a head specialist doctor in Patna at Big Apollo Spectra if you experience:
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Persistent or recurrent headaches
that don't respond to usual medicine
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Unexplained dizziness or balance
problems
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Seizures, even a single episode
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Memory changes or increasing
forgetfulness
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Numbness or tingling in your
hands, feet, or face
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Muscle weakness that comes on
suddenly or worsens over time
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Tremors or involuntary movements
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Difficulty speaking or slurred
speech
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Difficulty walking or a change in
your gait
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Unexplained changes in vision
● Loss of coordination while performing routine tasks
Most of these symptoms can be associated with
different conditions, which is why a neurologist consultation will help you
differentiate the neurological symptoms from the non-neurological ones so that
you get treated for the right condition without delay.
Neurological diagnosis can sometimes be more challenging than other medical fields. Diagnosis generally proceeds along these lines: consultation, medical history, neurological exam, investigations (if necessary), diagnosis, treatment plan.
Depending on what your examination reveals, your doctor may order one or more investigations. MRI scans or CT scans can produce pictures of your brain or spine. Scans are used to rule out structural causes of your symptoms, such as a haemorrhage or tumour.
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EEG tests record the electrical
activity in your brain and can help diagnose seizures.
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EMG and nerve conduction studies
(NCV/NCS) tests measure the communication between your nerves and muscles.
Neuropathy and neuromuscular disorders can be detected with these tests.
● Blood tests can often identify if there’s a metabolic or infectious cause of your symptoms.
If your doctor suspects something in particular, they may order more specialised tests. These could include tests that analyse your cerebrospinal fluid, or look at how your brain responds to visual, touch, or sound stimuli (evoked potential studies).
Not every patient will require every test. The
neurology doctor at Big Apollo Spectra won’t order investigations unless your
examination indicates they’re needed.
When you have a diagnosis, your treatment is
tailored to the cause of your symptoms and how they are affecting your
functional needs. Neurologic care often progresses through three phases, though
not all patients require every phase of care.
The first line of treatment for most neurological disorders is medication. Examples include:
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anti-seizure medications for
epilepsy,
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preventive and acute medications
for migraine,
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and dopamine-modifying medications
for Parkinson's disease.
Medications are tailored to your needs over
time, depending on response to symptoms and medication side effects you might
experience.
The role of physical therapy in neurological rehabilitation
and the way it supports long-term recovery in patients cannot be understated.
Recovering from a stroke, nerve injury, or some movement disorders requires as
much rehabilitation as it does medication. Physical therapy can help you
relearn strength and coordination, while occupational therapy can help you
relearn how to perform daily activities on your own.
Your neurologist takes care of you medically. A neurologist doesn’t operate. If your evaluation indicates an anatomical problem like a brain tumour or severe haemorrhage or a compressed nerve in your spine that doesn’t respond to conservative treatments, we refer you for neurosurgery care in Patna.
At Big Apollo Spectra, we transfer your care within the same hospital so your neurologist and neurosurgeon can work together on your case instead of you doubling up on doctors and teams who don’t communicate.
Let’s talk about migraine a little more.
Migraine is one of the most prevalent and misunderstood conditions that we
treat.
Headaches don’t always require a neurologist. But if you get them frequently or have severe headaches, you do need a consultation with a neuro specialist.
At BIG Apollo Spectra, we first determine whether you are suffering from migraine headaches or tension headaches, or something else entirely because your treatment will vary depending on the cause.
Symptoms of migraine headache usually include pain on one side of the head that throbs. Many people experience nausea and vomiting during a migraine as well. You may feel sensitive to light or sounds as well. Some experience visual disturbances or aura.
Migraine attacks can last for a few hours to
up to a couple of days if untreated. Typical triggers for migraines include
lack of sleep, missed meals, stress, hormonal changes, glare and flickering lights.
Everyone's triggers are different so try to pay attention to yours and see a
neurologist to understand your patterns in a safe setting.
Migraine is diagnosed based on your history of
headache pattern, frequency, and associated symptoms. It doesn’t require any
specific test for diagnosis. Imaging tests are ordered by the headache
specialist in Patna at Big Apollo Spectra only if there are any
accompanying warning signs indicating an alternate cause.
Migraine treatments are broadly divided into two categories:
1. Acute medicines that stop an attack once it
begins
2. Preventive medicines for people who suffer frequent or disabling migraine attacks
In addition to medication, your doctor will counsel you on trigger management and lifestyle modifications like maintaining regular sleep hours and meal times. Which medication(s) is right for you depends on the frequency and severity of your attacks. Big Apollo Spectra’s migraine specialist in Patna will assess your symptoms properly before coming up with any treatment plan.
Stroke is the other condition where if you act
fast, the outcome can change drastically. Knowing the warning signs ahead of
time is useful.
Acting fast during a stroke can mean the difference between full recovery and having permanent disabilities. For that reason, familiarize yourself with these stroke warning signs:
Be sure to notice:
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sudden drooping on one side of the
face
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sudden numbness or weakness on one
side of the body
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experiencing difficulty speaking
or understanding speech
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sudden vision issues in one or both
eyes
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loss of balance or coordination
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Sudden severe headache with no
known cause and unlike any of the usual headaches you might get
● Loss of consciousness
If you or someone you’re with is experiencing any of
these symptoms, call your doctor or head to the emergency room right away.
Don’t wait for your scheduled neurology appointment. Time is of essence when it
comes to strokes and the faster you arrive at a hospital capable of providing
emergency neurologic assessment, the better your outcome will be. The golden hour in stroke treatment is crucial and
if treatment is administered within this essential time frame, there’s a very
high chance of treatment success.
If you have headaches, seizures, memory alterations, or any symptoms mentioned above, seek medical care instead of ignoring them.
We, here at BIG Apollo Spectra Hospital, have
a highly skilled brain specialist doctor in Patna as a part of the
neurology team who is well equipped to diagnose your condition and take care of
you right from your initial consultation to full recovery. Our hospital is
located at Agamkuan, Patna. You may contact us by calling 0612-3540100 to
schedule an appointment or reach our emergency line at the same number if you
need urgent care. Visit the e-appointment page to book your appointment
online for non-emergency cases.
Make an appointment with the Big Apollo Spectra Neurology Team
Address:
Sheetla Mandir (Near Sump House)
Agamkuan, Patna 800007
Phone:
Email:
info@apollospectrabig.com
