Dr Anke Hensiek
25.08.20
Neurologia
Multiple sclerosis what's the outlook
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic and unpredictable disease that is mostly diagnosed in young people. In this article, expert consultant neurologist, Dr Anke Hensiek explains how symptomatic the disease is and how it can affect a patient's quality of life and life expectancy.
Professor Peter Garrard
27.07.20
Neurologia
Dementia is most commonly associated with the elderly but it can affect younger people too. Young-onset dementia is difficult to diagnose but awareness of the condition is increasing. Professor Peter Garrard attends many patients with signs of young-onset dementia - learn from him about the condition and its signs to increase your knowledge of this complex and life-changing condition.
Professor Debora Elijah
13.07.20
Neurologia
Back to school: supporting your child with 'coronavirus anxiety'
Heading back to school and starting a new year at school can be daunting at time, the COVID-19 pandemic has added stress to the situation. Thus, support may be needed. We spoke to Dr Debora Elijah who explained to us the usage of PROSCIG© intervention; a program similar to cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT). She highlighted how this can offer assistance during the coronavirus pandemic to put children at ease as they adjust to the 'new normal' at school.
Dr Anke Hensiek
13.07.20
Neurologia
Parkinson's disease can leave you with tremors, slowness in moving and stooped posture. There is a small proportion of around 10% of people who have a purely genetic cause of the disorder. For others, however, it is caused by a combination of multiple genetic and environmental factors. Read more from our expert neurologist Dr Anke Hensiek on what these are exactly.
Dr Jeremy Rees
09.07.20
Neurologia
Brain tumours: types, symptoms and outlook
The discovery of a brain tumour in yourself or in someone you care for is a fear-inducing diagnosis to endure. Dr Jeremy Rees, a neurologist who has trained extensively in the care of patients with brain tumours, explains the types of brain tumours, the symptoms, treatment and overall outlook for patients.
Mr Jonathan Bull
30.06.20
Neurologia
If your back pain is unbearable, be it mild or severe back pain, you have several options for treatment. Mr Jonathan Bull, a leading consultant neurologist, explains the non-surgical and surgical means available to help you find a solution to your back pain.
Professor Matthew Walker
23.04.20
Neurologia
Women and epilepsy (Part 2): pregnancy, breastfeeding and safety
Women with epilepsy have extra considerations during pregnancy, breastfeeding and life as a new mum, but this doesn’t have to lessen their quality of motherhood. Professor Matthew Walker explains if seizures and epilepsy medication can harm a baby in the womb and provides breastfeeding and safety considerations for new mums with epilepsy. (Part 2 of 2 – see part 1 for epilepsy and hormones, periods and contraception)
Professor Matthew Walker
08.04.20
Neurologia
Women and epilepsy: hormones, periods and contraception
The female body can have a profound effect on epilepsy. Unbeknownst to many, hormones, menstrual cycles and contraception measures play a part in the management of the condition. Matthew Walker, a leading specialist and researcher in the field of epilepsy, explains the connection between women and epilepsy.
Dr Dora Lozsadi
07.04.20
Neurologia
Did you know, 600,000 people in the UK suffer from epilepsy? Many people with epilepsy right now will be wondering how coronavirus may affect them. A top neurologist gave us the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about COVID-19 and coronavirus.
Professor Matthew Walker
30.03.20
Neurologia
Parasomnias explained: what are they and how are they treated?
Parasomnias are a group of sleep disorders such as night terrors, sleepwalking and sleep behavioural disorders. They happen during REM and non-REM sleep and can be very troublesome for those who are affected by them. Professor Matthew Walker is on hand to explain what these are, why they happen and how they are dealt with.
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