WHAT IS NEUROLOGY?

Neurology is the branch of medicine that deals with disorders of the nervous system, including the brain, blood vessels, muscles and nerves. The term neurology is made up of two words: “neuron” meaning “nerve” and “logia” meaning “study”. The main areas of neurology are: autonomic, central and peripheral nervous systems.

A physician working in the field of neurology is called a neurologist.

DISEASES GENERALLY INCLUDED IN THE FIELD OF NEUROLOGY

Headaches (migraine, tension (stress), neck etc. related headaches)

Dizziness , Unsteadiness

Cerebrovascular diseases (cerebrovascular occlusions and cerebral hemorrhages, stroke),

Movement disorders (Parkinson’s, etc.) , Tremors

Restless leg syndrome (restlessness in the legs, unexpressed discomfort in the joints of the feet and restlessness that occurs especially at night with the desire to move,

Muscle and nerve diseases,

Diagnosis, treatment and treatment referrals of epilepsy (epilepsy) and all types of fainting

Evaluation of dementia (Alzheimer’s, etc.) and forgetfulness complaints

Sleep disorders (insomnia, excessive sleepiness)

Neck, back and lumbar hernia diagnosis and treatment referrals

Muscle wasting, Cramps, Spasms

Peripheral nerve diseases (neuropathies, carpal tunnel syndrome, polyneuropathies), which mostly occur with complaints such as hand and foot numbness

Nerve injuries , Neuropathic pain

Psychosomatic diseases diagnosis, treatment and treatment referrals

Magnetic Resonance (MRI) or Cranial Tomography (CT) imaging,