The more we learn about COVID-19, the more aware we become of some of its long-term impacts. Not surprisingly, many of those impacts are neurological. Popularly, people describe many of these symptoms as “COVID brain,” which may refer to a…
Most people think that seizures are the only signs that someone has epilepsy. However, neurologists know that there are some signs and symptoms that can indicate epilepsy, even if people are not having obvious seizures. Using those signs and symptoms,…
Bringing your child to a doctor can be a worrying experience. It may even be more so to bring them to a new doctor. And it may even be intimidating when you bring them to a specialist like a pediatric…
There are a plethora of neurological diseases and disorders that can affect one’s life. If you think one is affecting you, it is in your best interest to be informed and to seek help. Below is a list containing some…
Pediatric neurologists, also known as child neurologists, are medical doctors that specialize in the nervous systems of children. Pediatricians are doctors that treat children. Neurologists are doctors who concentrate on the nervous system. So, pediatric neurologists focus on children’s nervous…
Neurologists diagnose and treat conditions of the nervous system. That means disorders, diseases, and conditions that impact the brain or the nervous system. Most people think of brain injuries when they think of neurologists. For example, they know that someone…
Neurological disorders are disorders that impact the brain, spinal cord, or nerves. They can be structural, biochemical, or electrical in nature. Neurological disorders can create a range of symptoms, which can be present all of the time, most of the…
Pediatric neurology is the branch of medicine dealing with neurological conditions in children, from newborns through adolescents. Neurologists treat diseases and disorders of the nervous system. The nervous system includes the brain and nerves, but also the spinal cord, the…
Most people associate seizures and epilepsy with uncontrolled movements. However, epilepsy can also be marked by a lack of movement. This type of epilepsy is known as absence epilepsy. Childhood Absence Epilepsy (CAE) is an epilepsy syndrome featuring absence seizures…
What is autism? That is a great question. Autism is a neurodevelopmental spectrum disorder that impacts communication. In the last several years, the medical community has dramatically changed its approach to autism. Those changes have resulted in many people who…
Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder. It is also known as Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD). The diagnosis may depend on the combination of symptoms your child exhibits. ADHD is usually diagnosed in childhood. People may outgrow…
If you are experiencing neurological challenges, they can be difficult to diagnose. Neurologists cannot see the brain, so for years we had to base diagnoses on symptoms and static images of the brain. However, we have an additional powerful tool…
When an elderly person begins to experience cognitive changes, people often dismiss the symptoms. We have come to expect cognitive decline as part of the aging process. However, there is a large difference between the gradual cognitive decline associated with…
Do you have a child that plays sports? If so, you may have heard that some sports, especially contact sports, can increase your child’s risk of a concussion or other brain injury. That is why many neurologists, including us, recommend…
One of the most puzzling things about COVID-19 is that it can impact people in so many different ways. At initial onset, COVID-19 symptoms can range from non-existent to lethal. Some people only have symptoms for a few days, while…
Epilepsy is a complex disorder. While doctors do now know all of the causes of epilepsy, we do know that there is a link between traumatic brain injury (TBI) and developing epilepsy. A TBI is when someone experiences a bump,…
Do you feel like you are forgetting more things, lately? Many people think that mild memory loss is a natural part of aging. While that is somewhat true, memory loss is not an inevitable part of aging. There are steps…
One of the challenges of having a chronic illness, such as epilepsy, is that the cost of treatment can be prohibitive. From diagnostic costs to medications and the routine visits necessary to ensure that you are on the proper medication…
If you are facing epilepsy diagnosis, you are probably already on the hunt for the perfect treatment. That means getting together the right medical team to help manage symptoms. At Neuro Center NJ, we provide treatment for epilepsy in New…
Choosing the right pediatric neurologist can be daunting. You want a medical expert who is one of the best in the field. You also want a place where your child feels comfortable. Finding the right fit helps ensure your child…