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Male | 17

Why does my son have frequent body jerks?

My son is 17 years lod with mentally challenged, developmental delay sudden jerks frequently occurring 25 times a day shaking of body type of fits are once in a week severe druling

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Answered on 23rd Sept '24

Based on the symptoms described, your son could have epilepsy. The disease epilepsy manifests itself as suddenly jerking the body and shaking, sometimes, even drooling. Besides, it can lead to seizures that may occur once a week. It is crucial to seek professional help from a neurologist to verify the diagnosis and explore treatment options like the use of medication to control these episodes.

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I am a neuro patient,I am suffering from brain tumour,I have undergone radiosurgery proton beam therapy, But now I feel mentally very week,I am a service holder but I am not able to take work pressure So I want to know is there any solution of these problem

Female | 46

You find yourself to be mentally down as a result of the treatment, which was proton beam therapy for your brain tumor. This is a natural outcome because the treatment hurts the healthy brain tissue. Some usual symptoms are fatigue, memory problems, and a problem concentrating.  Make sure you rest, eat the right foods, and keep in contact with your healthcare team. Alongside counseling, look into this support program for a solution.

Answered on 3rd July '24

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Trigiminal neuralgia right side V nerve there is loop which is making me difficult to concentrate, swallowing, blurred vision, light headedness ,

Male | 33

In case of trigeminal neuralgia right sided V nerve involvement symptoms include difficulty in concentrating, swallowing, blurred vision and lightheadedness may occur. This can be diagnosed and treated by a neurologist to get rid of the following symptoms. Therefore, early medical attention is recommended to prevent any complications or improving the quality of life.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Guneet Gogia

Dr. Guneet Gogia

Hello sometimes I have shuttering(not very serious one,but I still have it) when I am talking(,especially when I am nervous or tired, my friend once told me that she had same problem during her childhood and she took medicament( I do not know what it was)and then it went away itself, i am curious if there is some medicament which help me take this shuttering away forever?

Female | 24

You experience­ stuttering, where spe­aking smoothly feels difficult. Maybe you fe­el nervous or tired. For some­ people, stuttering improve­s on its own, especially children. Howe­ver, therapies, and te­chniques exist to support fluent spe­ech. Speech the­rapy is one option. It's crucial to discuss with a speech the­rapist or doctor to find the appropriate path for you.

Answered on 11th Sept '24

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

I get these severe headaches that's starts from my eyes Before the actual headache starts my eyes gets like the rippling water effect that starts from the outer of the eyeball As theat progresses I get this severe headache on either side of my brain towards the centre where it feels like a stabbing pain. Sometimes my ears start painingand the headache lasts for 3-5 hours where I have to stop what I'm doing and lay down and take a pain tablet and sleep. Even while my eyes are closed I see the rippling water. Sometimes I get it 2-3 times in a day and I'm totally drained out. Even when the headaches stop the brain still pains for days...a simple cough and my brain pains. I also get very hot and perspire. Sometimes my face feels numbs and I feel almost lifeless and don't want to talk or move that's how severe the pain is. What is this?

Female | 51

Answered on 16th Oct '24

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

my mother is 82 years and diabetic .mri result says 1)multiple small T2W/FLAIR hyperintense foci noted in bilateral frontal and parietal periventricular and sub cortical regions-chronic small vessel ischemic changes 2) Diffuse cerebral atrophy doctor suggested procedure to remove water from spine your suggestion pl

Male | 59

I recommend that she should visit a neurologist. In MRI, the T2W/FLAIR images exhibited multiple small white matter hyperintensities in the bilateral frontal and parietal periventricular and subcortical areas. They suggest chronic small vessel ischemic change. Spinal tap water removal may not be the recommended treatment for her symptoms. 

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Facing with duchenne muscular distrophy

Male | 10

Duchenne muscular dystrophy is a condition that can create muscle weakness over time. Those with this might have difficulty walking or getting up from a seat. This because of a genes problem. Unfortunately, this isn't a cure for this, but physicians can help in regime the symptoms and give exercises or physical therapy to make the muscles as long as possible.

Answered on 21st June '24

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Help me dr headache problem

Male | 22

There are many reasons why people get headaches.  For example, pressure or strain due to stress can cause it; failure to drink water may also contribute, and spending too much time looking at a screen can be another factor.  To relieve yourself of these symptoms ensure that you are taking enough water and breaks as much as possible from screens while getting adequate sleep each night. If they persist then see a doctor immediately.

Answered on 3rd June '24

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Hi Doctor. I have a back pain.i had a MRI Scanning of LS Spine. Please analyse my report.

Female | 23

According to your LS spine MRI, you can discern that you most probably have a herniated disc. You should make an appointment with a spinal-disorder specialist to get more thorough advice and treatment. 

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

I can't smell any thing I can't get any taste of food my head is paining alot

Male | 18

You se­em down about not smelling or tasting. Plus, that headache­ is tough. A cold or sinus issue might cause this. Stay hydrated. Re­st up. Try decongestants and antihistamines if ne­eded. But if it worsens or linge­rs, see a doctor.

Answered on 4th Sept '24

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

For epilepsy need without side effects tablet

Female | 30

For side effects-free epilepsy, it is necessary to ask a neurologist who can assess the patient’s condition. However, a range of drugs can well regulate seizures with minimal adverse side effects. 

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

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