High BP And Enlarged Liver. Diagnosed With Cysts In Kidney. Slurred Speech, Imbalance And Back Pain. Why?
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Hi XXXX,
Thank you for posting the query regarding your father.
I agree that his current symptoms look neurological, possibly related to brain dysfunction. These symptoms could occur in cases of brain stroke involving the posterior circulation (back of brain, cerebellum, brainstem, etc). Slurred speech, imbalance and weakness are all symptoms of the above problem.
So, I suggest you consult a neurologist first and undergo evaluation including MRI of the brain.
Few other tests such as sodium and glucose levels, kidney and liver function tests would also be required.
I hope it helps. Please get back if you require any additional information.
Wishing you good health,
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD (Internal Medicine), DM (Neurology) XXXXXXX Consultant Neurologist
Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad, India
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Thanks for your quick reply. Can you please help understand the use of sodium/glucose test. Also if you could suggest a neurologist in Delhi or noida or gurgaon for reference.
Regards
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Thank you for getting back.
Sodium and glucose levels can be checked in blood test. If abnormal, then it can be corrected.
You can consult Dr XXXXXXX XXXXXXX Neurologist at Apollo Hospitals Delhi.
Best wishes,
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (Neurology)