Act FAST: Here are the 4 Most Common Signs of a Stroke
The statistics are alarming: Every 40 seconds in the United States, someone has a stroke, also known as a cerebrovascular accident (CVA). That translates to nearly 800,000 strokes each year. Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the United States, and a major cause of severe, life-changing disability among adults. Because most strokes are entirely preventable,…
Read MoreHow You Know That It’s Time to See a Neurologist
Theoretical physicist Michio Kaku once said, “The human brain has 100 billion neurons, each neuron connected to 10 thousand other neurons. Sitting on your shoulders is the most complicated object in the known universe.” Given that your brain and its supporting nervous systems are inherently complex, it can be a bit concerning to experience any…
Read MoreIs it Dizziness or Vertigo? Understanding the Symptoms
According to a paper published in American Family Physician, up to 5% of primary care visits result from patients complaining of dizziness. And when patients seek treatment, they often use the terms “dizzy” and “vertigo” interchangeably. So it’s clear to many in the medical profession that men and women often don’t know the difference. Here at Neurology Consultants…
Read MoreLiving with Multiple Sclerosis
If you receive a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis, you won’t be sure what to think. You know it will change your life, but you’re not sure exactly how. Will your life be shorter? Will you be able to live normally? What accommodations will you have to make? At Neurology Consultants of Arizona, we understand those questions. Dr.…
Read MoreWhat’s Causing Your Migraine?
Nearly 40 million people or more are suffering from migraines in the US alone. It is the 3rd most prevalent and 6th most disabling illness in the world and chronic migraines can affect people for more than half the month. Women are most likely to get migraines, but they affect children and adults alike and can greatly reduce quality of life. So,…
Read MoreIt’s Not Just Snoring: The Dangers of Sleep Apnea
Snoring throughout the night is bad enough on its own. You may not feel as rested waking up and you disrupt your partner’s night of sleep. That’s not all, though. Your sleep apnea might be more serious than you think. Sleep apnea is a disorder that interferes with your breathing during sleep. When you stop…
Read MoreHow Diet Can Affect Neuropathy
Do you feel pain or tingling in your feet or hands? Does even the weight of a blanket cause your arches to burn? You could be suffering from neuropathy. Dr. Shayya is a neuropathy specialist who will create a custom plan to treat your condition, including reviewing your diet and how it can affect neuropathy.…
Read MoreCan Dementia be Prevented?
Most people experience occasional memory loss with age. This is usually harmless unless it worsens and affects their daily activities. When that happens, it could be the early stages of dementia. Dementia is a group of disorders that affect cognitive abilities. It causes memory problems, affects problem-solving, and can even lead to behavioral problems. While…
Read MoreHow Medications May Worsen Migraines and What Alternative Treatments May Help
Even though no one knows for sure what causes migraine headaches, we know that some medications can make them worse. Luay Shayya, MD, a board-certified neurologist at Neurology Consultants of Arizona, can evaluate your medications to determine which might be contributing to your headaches and recommend other treatments that either help prevent migraines or reduce their severity.…
Read MoreWhat You Should Know About Post-Stroke Care
Even though strokes are highly preventable, they strike more than 795,000 people in the United States each year. The good news is that the damage that strokes cause can be reduced and sometimes reversed if treated in time. Most people who get medical attention within four hours of their stroke have significantly fewer disabilities three…
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