Multiple sclerosis is a condition that can affect the brain and spinal cord. It can cause a wide range of potential symptoms so this Guide to Multiple Sclerosis aims to provide you with some more information on the condition. Multiple sclerosis or MS is a lifelong...
There is currently no cure for MS but there are a number of treatments for Multiple Sclerosis that can help. This may include disease-modifying drugs, steroid injections and physiotherapy. These can help relieve symptoms and make day-to-day living easier. Treatment...
Neurology is an aspect of medicine that deals with disorders of the nervous system. This includes central and peripheral nervous systems, including their coverings, blood vessels, and all effector tissue, such as muscle. But what is neurology and what does a...
An experienced and knowledgable Consultant Neurologist will offer a range of treatments for varying conditions. Dr Dominic Paviour has a specialist interest in Parkinson’s disease and other Movement Disorders. With a busy NHS and private practice, Dr Paviour is...
Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is the most common neurodegenerative cause of parkinsonism, representing approximately 80% of cases. Several studies have indicated that PD is more common among relatives of index cases. When all studies are analysed, first degree relatives of...
One of the most important parts of getting the right treatment for epilepsy and seizures is getting the right diagnosis. Doctors base their diagnosis on what they are told about your seizures so keeping a record of symptoms is important. Electrical activity is...
Dr Paviour, Consultant Neurologist has a busy NHS and private practice. He graduated in 1998 after training in London, winning the Medical School Gold Medal. He took junior medical jobs in London and at the Oxford Radcliffe Hospitals and passed his MRCP examinations. ...
Neurology is a branch of medicine dealing with disorders of the nervous system. A neurologist is a medically qualified doctor dealing with such conditions. This includes the diagnosis and treatment of all categories of disease that involve the central, peripheral and...
If you suffer from migraines or tension headaches, then you are probably looking for any possible treatments. Any amount of research will suggest Amitriptyline for headaches. There are side effects so it should be taken with care and only under the advice of a...
Over 130,000 people in the UK have Multiple Sclerosis. The majority don’t receive a diagnosis until they’re at least 30, although their symptoms may appear much earlier. This is because the symptoms can differ from person to person. Therefore, to help bring clarity,...
If you have been diagnosed with epilepsy, then you probably have a lot of questions. The first of which is perhaps ‘What Is Epilepsy?’. Read on to find some answers to your questions. What Is Epilepsy? Epilepsy is a condition that causes seizures. Bursts of electrical...
Getting a diagnosis of Parkinson’s is life-altering. Not only for the patient but for their family and loved ones. Around 1 in 500 people will get this news. As there is no cure for this condition, Parkinson’s disease treatments are mostly aimed at reducing the...
