Neurology

What is Neurology?

Neurology is a branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases of the central and peripheral nervous systems. Neurologists diagnose and treat various diseases related to the brain, spinal cord, nerves and muscles. This field covers a wide range of conditions such as stroke, epilepsy, headaches, neurodegenerative diseases and neuromuscular disorders.

Scope of Neurology

• Stroke: A condition that occurs when blood flow to the brain is interrupted or reduced. Brain cells are damaged or die when they are deprived of oxygen and nutrients.
• Epilepsy: A chronic disease characterized by recurring seizures due to abnormal electrical activity in the brain.
• Headaches and Migraines: There are types such as primary headaches (migraine, tension-type headache) and secondary headaches (tumor, infection).
• Parkinson’s Disease: A chronic neurodegenerative disease characterized by movement disorders due to the loss of dopamine-producing cells in the brain.
• Alzheimer’s Disease: A progressive neurodegenerative disease in the brain that affects memory, thinking, and behavior. The most common cause of dementia.
• Multiple Sclerosis (MS): An autoimmune disease that occurs as a result of damage to the myelin sheath of the central nervous system. Symptoms include muscle weakness, balance problems, and vision problems.
• Neuropathy: Occurs as a result of damage to peripheral nerves. Diabetic neuropathy is one of the most common types.
• Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS): A progressive neuromuscular disease characterized by the degeneration of motor neurons.
• Myasthenia Gravis: An autoimmune neuromuscular disease characterized by muscle weakness and rapid fatigue.
• Brain Tumors: Benign or malignant masses that can occur in any part of the brain.
• Infectious Diseases: Infections such as meningitis (inflammation of the brain and spinal cord membranes) and encephalitis (brain inflammation).
• Trigeminal Neuralgia: A condition characterized by attacks of severe pain in the face.

Importance of Neurology

Neurological diseases can seriously affect quality of life and in some cases can be life-threatening. Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment are critical in the management of these diseases. Neurologists use various treatment methods to control patients’ symptoms, slow the progression of diseases, and improve quality of life.

Diagnostic and Treatment Methods Used in Neurology

• Neurological Examination: A comprehensive physical examination performed by a neurologist evaluates reflexes, muscle strength, sensation, coordination, and cognitive functions.
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI): Provides detailed imaging of the brain and spinal cord structures.
• Computed Tomography (CT): Used to diagnose brain hemorrhages, strokes and tumors.
• Electroencephalography (EEG): Evaluates epilepsy and other neurological disorders by measuring the electrical activity of the brain.
• Electroneuromyography (EMG): A test that evaluates muscle and nerve functions. Used in the diagnosis of neuropathy and myopathy.
• Cerebrospinal Fluid Analysis: Used in the diagnosis of diseases such as meningitis, encephalitis and multiple sclerosis.
• Doppler Ultrasonography: A method that evaluates blood flow in the cerebral vessels.
• Neuronavigation: A technology used for precise localization during brain surgery.

Neurological Diseases Treatment Methods

• Medical Treatment: Antiepileptics, dopamine agonists, anticholinergics, immunosuppressants and other drugs are used.
• Surgical Interventions: Surgical interventions may be required in the treatment of brain tumors, epilepsy, stroke and other neurological diseases.
• Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation: Physical therapy programs to increase muscle strength, balance and coordination.
• Psychotherapy: Used to manage depression, anxiety and other psychiatric symptoms.
• Neurostimulation: Relieving symptoms of some neurological diseases with methods such as deep brain stimulation (DBS) and vagus nerve stimulation (VNS).
• Speech and Language Therapy: Therapies to improve speech and swallowing functions.

Neurology with Asumed Health Care

Asumed Health Care offers the best service in the field of neurology by collaborating with Turkey’s leading healthcare institutions. The main services we offer to our patients are as follows:

• Diagnosis and Assessment: We ensure that our patients undergo a comprehensive assessment. We provide accurate diagnosis and preparation of appropriate treatment plans with neurological examination, MRI, CT, EEG, EMG and other diagnostic methods.
• Medical and Surgical Treatment: We apply medical and surgical treatments of neurological diseases in accordance with the latest treatment protocols. We offer drug therapy, surgical interventions, neurostimulation and other treatment methods.
• Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation: We provide physical therapy and rehabilitation services to our patients during the recovery process after neurological diseases.
• Psychotherapy and Support: We inform and support our patients about neurological diseases and treatment processes. We offer support services such as psychotherapy, speech and language therapy.
• International Patient Support: We offer services specifically designed for our patients coming from abroad. These services include guidance throughout the treatment process, accommodation and transportation arrangements, translation services and support for other needs.