Dr. Shailesh Jain

  The most complex organ of human body is its brain. Our brain needs constant supply of oxygen and blood to function properly. But once, there is a disruption in the supply of blood to the brain cells, it leads to lack of oxygen and glucose in the brain that causes brain death within a couple of minutes. Brain stroke which is also known as stroke or cerebrovascular accident is a medical condition in which blood supply to a portion of the brain ceases or decreases and due to the severe interruption in the blood supply the brain cells starts dying quickly because of the lack of oxygen and vital nutrients creating a medical emergency. The inability of neurons to regenerate causes permanent damage or irreversible consequences. It (stroke) can also be said as blood vessel disorder in the brain. A brain stroke can happen suddenly or without warning. There are 1 million people in India who have brain stroke every year. The brain stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the USA. T...

  Ataxia is a neurological disorder in which the person suffers impaired balance or coordination,and this can be caused due to any damage to brain, muscles, or nerves. In this disorder there is a lack of muscle control and the person faces difficulty in coordination of voluntary movements and even the easiest things appear to be so difficult like walking or even picking something up. It also creates difficulty in speaking, eye movements and swallowing. Someone withAtaxia is not even able to control even the voluntary actions of his body. Persistent Ataxia is caused due to the damage to the cerebellum part of the brain which is also responsible for muscle coordination.There are various factors that can cause this disorder like tumour, alcohol misuse, cerebral palsy, stroke, certain medications, etc. The treatment of Ataxia is determined by the it’s caused. But before we go further into its treatment let’s first understand it’s causes and symptoms in detail. Causes of Ataxia: ...

  Neck and back problems are common, and often hard to cope with. Whether you’ve got a stiff neck or bulging disc, pain and other symptoms can take a toll on your quality of life. If your neck or back pain makes it hard to sit, stand or sleep comfortably, or prevents you from working or taking care of your family, it may be time to see a doctor who specializes in spine conditions. Understanding the Spine Your spine is made up of 33 small bones called vertebrae. They begin in your neck and run down through your lower back, ending in the area known as your tailbone. From top to bottom, your spine is divided into several segments: ·          Seven cervical vertebrae make up your neck. ·          Twelve thoracic vertebrae form your upper back. ·          Five lumbar vertebrae make up your lower back. They are the largest ver...

     Low back pain is a worldwide health problem, influencing up to 80% of the adult population. Chronic low back represents one of the leading causes of disability worldwide. Chronic low back pain (CLBP) is defined as a pain that lasts more than 3 months, or longer than the expected treatment period; It represents one of the most common and costly musculoskeletal problems in modern society. CLBP is experienced by 70% –80% of adults at some point in their lives. Its management includes a range of different intervention strategies including non-medical interventions such as surgery, drug therapy, and rehabilitation. Causes of Chronic low back pain  Though some risk factors have been identified (counting occupational posture, depressive moods, obesity, body height and age), the origin of the LBP remains obscure and diagnosis hard to make. According to Dr. Shailesh Jain , Spine is the most common source of Lower Back Pain.Sometimes an increase in back pain can also be d...

       Migraines have a lifespan in about 15% of the population, affecting women (18%) compared to men (8%). Migraines are acute, recurring headaches that can last for hours or days. They often affect one side of the head, causing moderate to severe palpitations, tremors, or severe pain. Migraine, a fairly disabling condition, is treated with acute and preventive medications. Dr. Shailesh Jain handled many cases of migraines in his 15+ years of career. He said, the pain of a single migraine headache usually only lasts for a few hours or days. But this will affect your health in many ways. According to Dr. Shailesh Jain AIIMS Neurosurgeon , migraine is a chronic condition characterized by episodic attacks of disabling headaches. Migraine pain usually lacks other characteristics such as nausea, dizziness, excessive sensitivity to light, noise, and smell. Hunger, disturbances of bowel function, etc. Numerous Migraine patients with chronic migraines will have additional...

         Epilepsy is the fourth most common neurological disorder that anyone can develop and  affects both women and men of all ethnic backgrounds and ages. Epilepsy, also known as “seizure disorders”. In Epilepsy, your brain  activity becomes abnormal, causing seizures or periods of unusual behavior, sensations, and sometimes loss of awareness, etc. The reason this occurs in most cases of epilepsy is unknown or sometimes that occurs as a result of other issues such as brain injury, stroke, brain tumors, Amphetamines , Low blood sodium ( hyponatremia ), which you can get from taking diuretics , Taking certain medications such as certain pain relievers, antidepressants, or medications to help you stop smoking, Not getting enough sleep, Alcohol abuse, during times of withdrawal or extreme intoxication,infections of the brain, or birth defects through a process known as epileptogenesis . People suffering from epilepsy simply stare for a few seconds durin...