Spectrum of diseases managed by a Neurophysician in India : A highly Informative blog by Prof. (Dr.) Rohit Chhirolya MD, DM

Let’s 1st start with spectrum of disorders covered by a MD Medicine doctor followed by DM Neurology doctor in India.

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An MD (Doctor of Medicine) in General Medicine specializes in diagnosing and treating a wide range of medical conditions, primarily involving internal organs. Here are some of the major diseases managed by an MD in Medicine:

1. Cardiovascular Diseases

• Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)

• Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)

• Heart Failure

• Arrhythmias (Irregular Heartbeats)

• Rheumatic Heart Disease

2. Respiratory Diseases

• Asthma

• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

• Pneumonia

• Tuberculosis (TB)

• Interstitial Lung Disease

3. Endocrine & Metabolic Disorders

• Diabetes Mellitus (Type 1 & Type 2)

• Thyroid Disorders (Hypothyroidism, Hyperthyroidism)

• Obesity & Metabolic Syndrome

• Adrenal & Pituitary Disorders

4. Gastrointestinal & Liver Diseases

• Gastritis & Peptic Ulcer Disease

• Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

• Inflammatory Bowel Disease (Crohn’s, Ulcerative Colitis)

• Liver Diseases (Hepatitis, Fatty Liver, Cirrhosis)

• Gallbladder & Pancreatic Disorders

5. Kidney & Urinary System Diseases

• Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)

• Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)

• Urinary Tract Infections (UTI)

• Nephrotic & Nephritic Syndromes

6. Infectious Diseases

• Dengue, Malaria, Typhoid

• Tuberculosis (TB)

• HIV/AIDS

• Sepsis & Septic Shock

7. Rheumatology & Autoimmune Diseases

• Rheumatoid Arthritis

• Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)

• Gout, Frozen joints & Osteoarthritis 

8. Blood Disorders (Hematology)

• Anemia (Iron Deficiency, Megaloblastic, Hemolytic)

• Leukemia & Lymphoma

• Thrombocytopenia & Clotting Disorders

9. Neurological Disorders (Overlap with Neurology)

• Stroke & Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)

• Peripheral Neuropathy

• Migraine & Tension Headaches

10. Critical Care & Emergency Medicine

• Sepsis & Multi-Organ Failure

• Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)

• Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)

Role of an MD Medicine Doctor

• Diagnosing diseases based on clinical signs, symptoms, and laboratory investigations.

• Prescribing medications and managing chronic conditions.

• Coordinating care with specialists (neurologists, cardiologists, etc.).

• Managing critically ill patients in ICU settings.

MD Medicine specialists are often the first point of contact for adult patients with complex medical issues and play a vital role in long-term disease management.

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Now coming on spectrum of disorders managed by a DM Neurologist super specialist in India. A Neurologist (DM) specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the nervous system, which includes the brain, spinal cord, and nerves. Here are some common neurological diseases they manage:

Brain Disorders

• Stroke (Ischemic & Hemorrhagic)

• Epilepsy & Seizure Disorders

• Migraine & Other Headaches

• Brain Tumors

• Neurodegenerative Diseases (e.g., Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Huntington’s Disease)

• Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

• Meningitis & Encephalitis (Brain Infections)

• Hydrocephalus

Spinal Cord Disorders

• Spinal Cord Injury

• Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

• Cervical & Lumbar Spondylosis

• Spinal Tumors

• Syringomyelia

Nerve & Muscle Disorders

• Peripheral Neuropathy (Diabetic, Autoimmune, etc.)

• Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS)

• Myasthenia Gravis

• Motor Neuron Disease (MND)

• Muscular Dystrophy

• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Movement Disorders

• Parkinson’s Disease

• Essential Tremor

• Dystonia

• Ataxia

Autoimmune & Genetic Neurological Diseases

• Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

• Neuromyelitis Optica (NMO)

• Wilson’s Disease

• Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)

Sleep & Cognitive Disorders

• Insomnia & Sleep Apnea

• Dementia (Alzheimer’s, Vascular Dementia, etc.)

• Delirium & Cognitive Impairment

Neurologists use clinical exams, imaging (MRI, CT scans), EEG, EMG, and other tests to diagnose and treat these conditions effectively.

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Conclusion:- 

Prof. (Dr.) Rohit Chhirolya, MD (Medicine), DM (Neurology), is a highly skilled and experienced specialist who effortlessly manages a wide range of complex neurological and medical conditions at Nilakantha Brain Clinic, Cuttack. With expertise in both general medicine and neurology, he provides comprehensive care for stroke, epilepsy, migraine, movement disorders (Parkinson’s disease, tremors), dementia, and nerve-related issues alongside hypertension, diabetes, thyroid disorders, infectious diseases, and critical care cases. His holistic approach ensures precise diagnosis, advanced treatment, and personalized care, making him a trusted name in neurological and internal medicine management. The word ‘Best Neurologist’ has become synonym with his name. 

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www.NilakanthaBrainClinic.com

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Cuttack, Odisha, India.