Medical Advice on "Neurology"

What can be done for vision problem in MOG IgG positive, and NMO IgG negative person?, Answered by Dr. Prakashkumar P.Bhatt

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. MOG-antibodies are common in children with acute demyelinating syndromes (like optic neuritis in your case) with both monophasic and relapsing disease courses. MOG is myelin oligodendrocytes glycoprotein normally ... View thread »

What causes tingling sensation in arm?, Answered by Dr. Sudheer Ambekar

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Tingling sensation in the left arm can be due to nerve compression in the neck or in the arm. You will need a thorough physical exam followed by electroneuromyography study of the arms and legs and if possible, MRI of ... View thread »

What is the treatment for constant twitching of biceps?, Answered by Dr. Aida Quka

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I reviewed, and I am glad to confirm that we can exclude any possible motor neuron disease, neuropathy, or muscle disorder. I would recommend checking vitamin D, plasma levels for possible deficiency, and thyroid ... View thread »

What do shaky hands and numb toes while walking point to?, Answered by Dr. Anshul Varshney

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your history is suggestive of neurological issues with very less possibility of anxiety. Following are the possibilities that I can think of : Amylotropic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Multiple sclerosis. Young onset ... View thread »

I have taken Invega and it caused erectile dysfunction. When will my body return to previous state?, Answered by Dr. Aida Quka

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I agree with you on the fact that this drug can lead to erectile dysfunction as a known adverse effect. On the other hand, this adverse effect is not permanent, and it is reversible after stopping the drug. So, I do not ... View thread »

Does numbness, burning and tingling sensation on face mean trigeminal neuralgia?, Answered by Dr. Aida Quka

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You should know that trigeminal neuralgia is a common complication of shingles or herpes infection. As blisters appeared the first time, it means that the herpes infection was present (probably HSV1 (herpes simplex ... View thread »

Kindly explain the treatment for severe headache in right temple. , Answered by Dr. Aida Quka

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern and would explain that this type of headache could be related to hipnic headache. Anyway, a brain MRI or CT scan is necessary in order to exclude a possible brain lesion, as the headache is ... View thread »

What can I do for weakness of the legs and numbness of the toes?, Answered by Dr. Hitesh Kumar

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As mentioned in your history you have (attachment removed to protect patient identity), 1. Atrial Fibrillation. 2. TIA (transient ischemic attack). 3. Hyperlipidemia. 4. Migraine. 5. Fibromyalgia. Atrial ... View thread »

What causes intense, sharp pain on the right side of my head?, Answered by Dr. Rajyaguru

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your symptoms well. Actually, what you have is cluster headache only. Your symptom profile fits into the classic description of cluster headache. The relief with antibiotics was a mere coincidence. The ... View thread »

Fever with low WBC count. Could Eptoin be the cause?, Answered by Dr. Aida Quka

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern and would explain that Eptoin (Phenytoin) is a drug used to treat or prevent seizures. It does not usually affect WBC, but very rarely (like all the drugs) it can cause suppression of the ... View thread »