Shingles, also known as Post-herpetic neuralgia, is a neurological disease characterised by severe burning/current like/tingling or itching type pains in a part of body where there was skin herpes lesions previously.

Causes:
Shingles is caused by damage of nerves due to previous herpes zoster infection. It is not seen in every patient of herpes-zoster but very few cases of herpes can develop neuralgia few weeks after the infection.

Treatment options:
Options for treatment include early and vigorous treatment of herpes-zoster. If shingles is already developed when patient reaches the neurologist, then there are medicines in oral form as well as local injectable options available for further treatment.

Medications:
Main modality of drugs used in shingles are neuropathic medicines like Na+channel blockers, anti-epileptic drugs and aneasthetic drugs.

Lifestyle modifications:
Zoster infection occurs due to low immunity. It is advisable to keep eating healthy and exercising to avaoid infection in first place as a measure to prevent the disease altogether.

Myasthenia Gravis is an auto-immune condition charcaterised by weakness of skeletal muscles of body, with muscle which are high energy consuming like eye muscles being affected first.

Causes:
The specific causes of MG (Myasthenia Gravis) are antibodies directed towards muscle end plate which can be secreted from thymus tissue in chest cavity. Thymoma is a tumour of thymus gland, which is a rare but curable cause of MG.

Treatment options:
Options for treatment include medical and surgical options.

Medications:
Main modality of drugs used in MG is steroids. Other immuno-supprssive drugs are used after bridging therapy with steroids.

Lifestyle modifications:
To avoid unnecessary strenous work or lifting heavy weights. If fatigued, to avoid climbing stairs or runnung.

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Vestibular migraine is a condition that impacts your balance and can cause dizziness, a sensation of spinning, or difficulties in maintaining stability. These symptoms may occur with or without the presence of an actual headache, which is common in other types of migraines.

Causes:
The specific causes of vestibular migraine are not entirely clear, but they involve a combination of neurological changes and genetic factors. Potential triggers include stress, irregular sleep patterns, certain dietary choices, and environmental changes.

Treatment Options:
Managing vestibular migraine involves both preventive strategies and symptom management:

Medications: There are medications available that can either help prevent migraines or reduce their severity. Additional treatments may help manage symptoms of dizziness when they occur.

Lifestyle Modifications: Maintaining a regular routine for sleep and meals can be beneficial, as well as managing stress and staying hydrated.
Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy: This form of physical therapy aims to help your brain adjust to the inner ear changes that contribute to dizziness.

Recommended Practices:
Maintain a Migraine Diary: Keep track of your diet, stress levels, and sleep patterns to identify possible migraine triggers.
Engage in Regular Exercise: Exercise can help reduce stress and potentially decrease the frequency of migraine attacks. However, avoid overly strenuous activities that might provoke a migraine.

Consistent Eating and Sleeping Patterns: Avoid skipping meals and try to keep your sleep schedule consistent to prevent triggering migraines.
Avoid Known Triggers: Stay away from foods and situations that have previously triggered your migraines.

By understanding and managing your symptoms, you can significantly improve your quality of life. Should you experience new or worsening symptoms, please contact our office to adjust your treatment plan accordingly.