Neurology
Consultation and ongoing care for conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord, nerves and muscles.
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Symptoms We Treat
Common neurological symptoms and the clinic services that can help you find out more.
Overview
This page lists common neurological symptoms and the clinic services that may be relevant to them. It is a guide to help you know where to start; it cannot tell you the cause of your symptoms.
If you are not sure which service you need, a general neurology consultation is a good place to begin.
Symptoms and where to start
- Headaches or migraine Headache & Migraine
- Fits, seizures or blackouts Epilepsy Clinic
- Weakness, numbness or speech problems that came and went Stroke Clinic
- Tremor, stiffness or slowness of movement Parkinson's & Movement Disorders
- Memory loss or confusion Memory & Cognitive Clinic
- Numbness, tingling or burning in the hands or feet Neuromuscular Clinic
- Muscle weakness, cramps or wasting Neuromuscular Clinic
- Dizziness, vertigo or unsteadiness Vertigo & Balance
- Back or neck pain spreading into an arm or leg Spine & Pain
- Difficulty walking or doing daily tasks after a neurological illness Neuro Rehabilitation
- Not sure where to start Neurology
Symptoms that need emergency care
Do not wait for an appointment. Call 112 or go to the nearest emergency department if you notice:
- Sudden weakness or numbness of the face, arm or leg, especially on one side
- Sudden difficulty speaking or understanding speech
- A seizure lasting more than 5 minutes, or repeated seizures without recovery in between
- A sudden, severe 'worst-ever' headache
- Loss of consciousness or sudden confusion
- Weakness that is spreading quickly, or difficulty breathing or swallowing
Frequently asked questions
Can this page tell me what is causing my symptoms?
No. Symptoms can have many causes. Only an assessment by a doctor can work out the cause and the right treatment.
This page gives general information to help you understand this topic. It is not a diagnosis and does not replace a consultation with a doctor.
In an emergency
If you or someone with you has sudden weakness or numbness, facial drooping, slurred speech, a seizure lasting more than 5 minutes, a sudden severe headache or loss of consciousness, call 112 or go to the nearest emergency department immediately. Do not wait for an appointment or rely on this website.
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