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Can gene therapy cure muscular dystrophy effectively?
Gene therapy can cure mascular dystrophy
Neurosurgeon
Answered on 23rd Sept '24
Muscular dystrophy is when the muscles are gradually deprived of the power they possess to work. Thus, even the most basic movements can become a challenge for sufferers. The reason for this is the malfunction of the genes. Gene therapy is a method that can help in the modification of these genes. It comes with the promise of restoring the mutated genes in muscular dystrophies and substituting them for healthy ones. This can be done through the improvement of the contractility of the muscles and hence, the whole body over a longer period.
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Questions & Answers on "Neurology" (790)
I’m an 18 year old female who has had temporal pain for around 10 years now. I have tried paracetamol but it doesn’t work. I’ve been to the doctors countless times and they say everything is fine. Sometimes my jaw hurts, also i have had decreased hearing. It hurts more when i press the inner part of the ear and when i move it. What should i do?
Female | 18
From your description of symptoms like jaw pain and reduced hearing, it can be pointed to temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) as a probable cause of the problem. TMD can be the jaw joint and surrounding muscles, which are sore and stiffer than before. Also, one may notice some symptoms like ear pain and changes in hearing. Seek advice from a dentist who will check you up thoroughly and prescribe you the needed therapies. The dentist can create a successful plan for handling your symptoms.
Answered on 12th Nov '24
Dr. Gurneet Sawhney
I met with a head injury and suffered inter parenchymal bleeding and after being 2 months now m still suffering from memory loss not remembering the incident also which led me to this brain injury
Male | 23
Memory loss after intraparenchymal bleeding might occur because of harm to the brain. Failing to recall the accident that caused the injury and having problems remembering recent happenings or learning new things are among the most common symptoms. The best thing to do would be to get as much rest as you can and follow any advice given by your neurologist.
Answered on 25th May '24
Dr. Gurneet Sawhney
I am a epilepsy patient from 5 years. Taking medicine regularly. But not cured. I got seizure often. Need good treatment
Male | 23
Other than medication there are new advancements in medical science like stem cell therapy that cure epilepsy. Connect with specialist to know more about it
Answered on 23rd May '24
Dr. Pradeep Mahajan
I am 24 years old. I have recurring fever from past three days. It is less like fever, it is more like my body is heating up so much, mostly at nights. The heat is extreme. I have also got subconjunctival hemorrhage in my eyes for the second time. First time it happened around one and a half month back.
Female | 24
The symptoms you described, like recurring fever, excessive body warmth, and red eyes, might indicate an underlying infection. These can sometimes signal a condition needing medical care. I suggest seeing a neurologist promptly for a thorough examination to determine what's causing your issues and the best treatment plan.
Answered on 25th July '24
Dr. Gurneet Sawhney
I hit my head around 3:46pm uk time it’s now 10:55pm uk time I banged my head on the top right part of my head basically on the top of my head right side It has cut my head around 1.5cm long It’s not deep etc looks nothing to worry about It bled quite abit but The cut etc looks nothing serious It’s stopped bleeding many hours ago now a lump as you can imagine I’ve took no paracetamol or any other medication But I have had 2 cans of beer and a cigarette Got in bed around a hour ago And I have a really thumping throbbing pain on the top of my head like a MINEGRANE or HEADACHE kind of feeling And I feel really drowsy and tired etc as it’s hurting my head Just worried about going asleep will I be ok As scared of as I see about head concussion and head injuries on the telly all the time ? Thanks
Male | 28
The ailments you mentioned, such as pounding pain, sleepiness, and fatigue are normal for a concussion. Drink no alcohol and take it easy, but don't sleep now. See if you can manage to stay awake for a few hours and check your symptoms. Go to the doctor in case the symptoms become more serious.
Answered on 3rd Dec '24
Dr. Gurneet Sawhney
Hot flashes,nausea,no appetite.I space out,stare with no comprehension. When this happens I get weak and sometimes fall, after this I forget how to get to places that I have been going to for years.
Male | 75
These could be from hormone changes, being too stressed, or even brain issues. It is very important to see a neurologist to find out why and get the right help. For now, rest lots, drink many fluids, and eat small healthy meals.
Answered on 23rd May '24
Dr. Gurneet Sawhney
Here is my story, Doctor. So, two years ago, I suddenly felt immense pain in my foot and got bedridden for almost three months. And then I rushed to a physician because at the time there was no neurologist in my city. The physician tested my vitamins and gave me some vitamins. It eventually got better and I was able to walk. I was overweight at that time and my physician told me that it's all because of weight. And then I lost almost 20 kilograms, but there was still feeling of socks. I don't feel any pain or anything, but I just feel like I'm wearing socks. Then after almost two years, I visited a neurologist with this and she tested my vitamins. She prescribed me vitamin D supplements since my vitamin D is at 12, but for one month. Nothing happened with this one month treatment. Then she did my NCV. She said my NCV reports are normal and has prescribed me some vitamins again. What do you think, how much time it would take to get completely cured?
Female | 21
Based on what you have told me, the peripheral disorder mentioned by the speaker is on track with peripheral nerve disease. In most cases, the feeling of socks on your feet could be easily attributed to peripheral neuropathy. You are lucky that your neurologist has done so many tests and that your vitamins and nerves are under control. Please continue to take the vitamins as per the doctor's prescription and remain patient. You will need some time to see improvements in your nerves. Also, keeping a check on your weight and living a healthy life will speed up your recovery while doing well.
Answered on 14th June '24
Dr. Gurneet Sawhney
Hi I am Amit agrawal.I’m 39 years old.8 years back I suffered by a disease.my both hands got shrinked.I went through a mri test resulting one of my nerve got damaged.is there an surgery or treatment from which this can be cured.please help me .waiting for your response
Male | 39
It's due to nerve damage, you must consult with a neurologist or a specialist in nerve-related conditions to get proper diagnosis and treatment of your condition.
Answered on 23rd May '24
Dr. Gurneet Sawhney
I m 24 yr old having stiffness in head pinching in head tightness while driving car . Feeling empty and blank . My mind feels blank when I go outside ! I speak less now forgot thinks
Female | 24
It sounds like you might be experiencing symptoms of anxiety or stress. It's important to consult a neurologist to rule out any serious conditions and to get proper treatment. Please visit a neurologist as soon as possible for a detailed evaluation and appropriate advice.
Answered on 14th June '24
Dr. Gurneet Sawhney
My mom suffering from Parkinson's Deasease he get under meditation aims dr. In patna continues. But this time he not concious.
Female | 75
Parkinson's is capable of its symptoms: the phenomenon of tremors, stiffness, and changes in consciousness. There are different reasons why it might occur, such as the combination of genetic and environmental factors. You might also visit her neurologist who would give a proper estimation of the results and then, if needed, would introduce new plans.
Answered on 13th Dec '24
Dr. Gurneet Sawhney
I have this cold numbing sensation going down my left shin. Also, my left shin is colder to the touch then my right shin.
Female | 42
You could probably have a situation that is called peripheral neuropathy, something that has to do with the nerves that send signals to your leg and possibly there is a problem with that. This can be the reason why you feel the numbing sensation and the difference in temperature between your shins. It's best to have a neurologist check this out to determine the cause and talk about treatment options.
Answered on 22nd Aug '24
Dr. Gurneet Sawhney
My son 21 years old. Struggling with migrains. Have now started to feel pressure in forehead and dizzy. Have just now taken paracetamol 1 gram. Is it ok to take migraine medication he got from doctor last time now already? He is really scared to wake up and get it like last time. It was really bad with vomiting.
Male | 21
Weakness and sensitivity to light, as well as vomiting, may be the result of migraines. He is on paracetamol which is great, but he can also take the migraine medication his doctor prescribed if it is the case, even though it is soon after the paracetamol. It is important that the doctor’s guidance is adhered to and the medication is taken as instructed which will also help to prevent the next similar episode from happening.
Answered on 21st Oct '24
Dr. Gurneet Sawhney
Hello...I had a headache from Saturday 13th upto Tuesday 23rd where it stopped and has started again since Monday 29th...it hurts on the right side only and the pain is on the temple on the eyelid in the ear and somehow on the neck
Female | 22
You've been dealing with a headache that keeps coming back. According to what you said, you might be facing a tension headache. Tension headaches can send pain to one side of your head, around your temple, eye, ear, and neck. Stress, poor posture, or not getting enough sleep can take them. It is necessary to regulate stress, exercise proper posture, and get enough rest. If the headache persists, it is a good idea to consult with a neurologist for further evaluation and personalized advice.
Answered on 1st Aug '24
Dr. Gurneet Sawhney
Hello, my relative is 30 years old. He started getting tremors in his hand. He is also facing the following memory-related problem: 1. Getting confused very easily. 2. Not able to recall recently happened discussion/talk completely. 3. Facing problem in thinking because of low visualization. 4. Facing problem in speaking because keep forgetting words 5. Difficulty in learning new things. Can you please suggest a good neurologist in Bangalore based on his above-mentioned problem?
Answered on 23rd May '24
Dr. Pranjal Ninave
Hello, Dr. Meri mummy ko neck ke right side nerves khicti h aur usme pain hota h uski bajha se kan mai bhi bharipan rehta h headache bhi hota h kabhi kabhi aur neck ki jo beauty bone hoti h vo bhi ful gyi h right side ki aur weight bhi loss hota ja rha h but kya dikjat h ye nhi pta chal rha h bahot se doctor ko dikhya
Female | 41
These symptoms together with unintentional loss of weight are worrisome. This could happen for many reasons including pulled muscles or problems with the cervical spine but it could also be something more serious so I would advise seeking medical attention soon so you can find out what is wrong before starting any treatment plan.
Answered on 12th June '24
Dr. Gurneet Sawhney
i'm getting extreme severe pain at the back of head. it's feeling as if someone's hitting me with hammer with each heartbeat. I had lunch in the afternoon and slept. The pain has been there from the moment I woke up. It's in the occipital region, like the occipital headache. I'm assuming 4 main reasons. 1st one is gastric pain(if gas pain has been struck in my head). it occured to me before and also maybe this time since I didn't walk after having lunch, i usually have gastric issue. 2nd is I have severe wax in my ear. my ear's also paining, so i'm assuming this back head pain because of ear wax. third is the stress/strain which i've been experiencing from a month or so, due to the exam fear n stress, i didn't sleep properly from a month and yesterday night I had undergone an incident with the biggest stress in my life, so, i'm assuming that. 4th reason is that frm childhood, i have severe severe body heat within my body, my body overheats a lot within and i had continously overheating food from 2 days and didn't drink much water, so i'm also assumung pain because of overheating. pls tell me the final diagnosis. Dear Sir/Mam, you can cross question me how much ever deep u want ! jus give me the cause n solution pls doctor! i'll be really really grateful to u sir/mam
Male | 20
You described severe pain hitting the back of your head with every heartbeat. Several factors might contribute.
- First, gas trapped in the body could cause gastric discomfort radiating upwards.
- Second, built-up earwax might trigger ear pain spreading to the head.
- Third, stress and strains from exams could manifest as tension headaches.
- Fourth, overheating due to excess body heat production could cause throbbing pain.
To address these potential causes: Walk after meals for better digestion and gas relief. Gently clean ears or seek professional ear wax removal. Practice relaxation, get ample sleep and find support for stress management. Stay hydrated and maintain balanced nutrition to regulate body temperature. However, if the intense hammering pain persists or worsens, promptly consult a neurologist for proper diagnosis and treatment.
Answered on 8th Aug '24
Dr. Gurneet Sawhney
I have excess B6 vitamin levels from past 6 months numbness and pain in feet … I stop taking pyrodioxine from past 6 months yet no change in pain
Male | 24
Sensory issues, specifically numbness in the feet and its pain are one of the potential causes of B6 vitamin overdose. It is great you have ceased using it. Your system could take a long while to gain steadiness. A balanced diet rich in vitamins and moderate physical exercise remain the basic activities. If pain persists, kindly consult a neurologist. They will assist you in determining suitable options for you to handle your symptoms.
Answered on 4th Dec '24
Dr. Gurneet Sawhney
Aaj morning se sir me pain ho raha hai Vaisograin tablet bhi Li par koi releif nahi hua
Female | 24
Headaches can arise in many ways, for example, stress, lack of sleep, or even looking at screens for too long can cause them. It's better to lie in a peaceful place, drink a lot of plain water, and abstain from excessive screen time. If the pain persists, you need to go to a doctor and get a thorough checkup done.
Answered on 2nd July '24
Dr. Gurneet Sawhney
Hello My grandpa suffered a stroke this morning can you guys tell me more about it I really need to hear professional opinion besides the doctors at the clinic
Male | 73
A stroke is a serious disorder occurring when the brain's blood supply is insufficient because of either a blockage or a rupture. There are several symptoms, some of the most known and widespread of which are muscle weakness on one side of the body, difficulty with speech, and appearing to be very confused. Rapid medical intervention is mandatory to prevent further progressive destruction. Doctors should administer medications or therapies to enhance the patient's healing process.
Answered on 23rd May '24
Dr. Gurneet Sawhney
Can you get a brain tumor from hitting your head?
Male | 23
Head impacts may damage the brain, but tumors from these incidents seldom arise. Brain tumors usually have different causes. Signs of a tumor possibly include headaches, seizures, vision changes, and speech difficulties. If hitting your head causes worry or symptoms appear, see a neurologist for check-ups and proper treatment.
Answered on 31st July '24
Dr. Gurneet Sawhney
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