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Headaches are relatively common today. Many people experience headaches accompanied by unpleasant symptoms – dizziness, feeling unwell – which often mislead patients. But in practice, vertigo with headache is typically caused by a neurological rather than an ear-related mechanism. This is where confusion between vestibular migraine and ordinary dizziness begins. Patients often treat what they…
Many people experience specific medical problems accompanied by various symptoms. Researching diagnostic procedures helps identify the underlying condition and reduces anxiety. Today, EEG and EMG examinations are becoming increasingly common. However, many people don’t know what to expect or how to properly prepare. Understanding how to prepare for an EEG helps ensure the most accurate…
The beginning of a new year brings fresh goals and exciting opportunities. However, returning to your usual routine after the holiday season can be surprisingly difficult. During this transition period, anxiety levels spike, and headache complaints soar. Many people experience pressing pain in their temples and tension radiating from the base of their skull. January…
After a long weekend of celebrations, many people wake up feeling more than just a headache. Quite often, alongside physical discomfort, people experience a foggy, clouded mental state that’s difficult to explain. This strange condition is characterized by scattered attention, memory lapses, and a general feeling that your thoughts are moving through molasses. This phenomenon…
Winter brings beautiful snowy landscapes and cozy moments, but it also brings unexpected health challenges. Many people experience dizziness in winter, a common phenomenon that’s often underestimated or dismissed as nothing serious. In reality, these symptoms can signal issues with your inner ear function or blood vessel circulation that deserve attention. It’s important to understand…
Suddenly losing movement on one side of your face can be terrifying. A crooked smile, drooping eyelid, or numbness around the mouth instantly triggers stroke fears. Facial droop is one of those symptoms that most people recognize as serious, and for good reason. In some cases, it does signal a stroke. In others, it’s Bell’s…
After the age of fifty, a sudden new headache is something you shouldn’t ignore. Many people assume a headache is caused by stress, dehydration, or poor sleep. While that may be true in younger adults, a new daily headache after 50 is medically different. Doctors approach it with more caution because the range of possible…
When you walk into a neurologist’s office, you expect us to ask about your head. We ask about headaches, dizziness, or memory. So, it often surprises patients when one of our first questions is, “How is your heart rhythm?” The reality is that the heart and the brain are intimately connected. Your heart is the…
Watching a loved one’s memory fade feels like losing pieces of someone you love. First, it’s the small things – misplaced keys, forgotten appointments, the name of that restaurant you both loved. Then the gaps grow wider. Confusion replaces conversation. The person you know becomes harder to reach. If you’re noticing these changes in someone…
Sleep problems affect millions of Americans, with snoring and sleep apnea among the most common yet underrecognized conditions. Medical professionals increasingly recognize these as serious neurological disorders that can cause significant discomfort and increase cardiovascular disease risk. The long-term effects of untreated conditions profoundly impact snoring and brain health. During sleep, breathing may stop for…