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đź§  Slurred Speech and Confusion? Act Fast—These May Be Signs of a Stroke

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By Prof. (Dr.) Rohit Chhirolya – Best Neurologist in Cuttack DM Neurology (SGPGI), MD Medicine (KGMU) Senior Consultant, Nilakantha Brain Clinic, Mangalabag, Cuttack ⚠️ Introduction If someone suddenly starts speaking unclearly, feels mentally confused, or cannot understand words, don’t wait. These are not ordinary symptoms — they are red flags of a stroke, and every second counts. As the Best Neurologist in Cuttack, I always say: “Time is Brain.” The sooner we treat a stroke, the more brain we save. đź§  What Is a Stroke? A stroke happens when blood supply to part of the brain is interrupted (ischemic stroke) or bursts (hemorrhagic stroke). This deprives brain cells of oxygen, leading to sudden loss of function. Slurred speech and confusion are among the earliest and most serious signs of stroke. 🚨 Key Symptoms You Must Watch For Use the FAST Rule: F – Face drooping on one side A – Arm weakness or numbness S – Slurred speech or inability to speak T ...

✋ Tremors or Shaking Hands? Know the Difference Between Parkinson’s and Essential Tremor

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By Prof. (Dr.) Rohit Chhirolya – Best Neurologist in Cuttack DM (Neurology), SGPGI | MD (Medicine), KGMU Chief Consultant, Nilakantha Brain Clinic, Mangalabag, Cuttack 🤔 Introduction Have you noticed your hands shaking while drinking tea, writing, or holding your phone? Is it happening more frequently or worsening with age? These could be signs of a neurological tremor, and may indicate either Essential Tremor or Parkinson’s Disease. As the Best Neurologist in Cuttack, I help patients accurately differentiate and treat tremors before they interfere with daily life. 🔍 Common Causes of Tremors Hand shaking can be caused by several conditions, including: Essential Tremor (familial, benign but progressive) Parkinson’s Disease (neurodegenerative brain disorder) Thyroid disease or low blood sugar Cerebellar lesions or stroke Medication-induced tremors Anxiety or fatigue-related physiological tremor Only a skilled neurologist can differentiate the exact caus...