Hospital Facilities
Explore More
Explore our services
Clinical, diagnostic, allied and supportive care
OUR SERVICES
Neurosurgery
Specialist assessment of conditions affecting the brain, spine and nervous system.
Explore service
Assessment of conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord, nerves and muscles.
Appointments, clinician availability and the exact services offered should be confirmed with the hospital team.
The Neurology department cares for conditions of the brain, spinal cord, nerves and muscles that are treated primarily without surgery. This includes headache and migraine, epilepsy, stroke evaluation and prevention, movement disorders such as Parkinson's disease, neuropathies, memory problems and dizziness. At Deccan Malti Hospital, Sangli, neurological care works hand-in-hand with the neurosurgery team, so patients receive the right treatment — medical or surgical — without being shuttled between hospitals.
This educational page does not diagnose a condition or replace assessment and advice from a qualified clinician.
Neurological symptoms can be worrying precisely because they are hard to describe: a tremor that comes and goes, a headache unlike previous ones, a hand that feels numb at night. A neurologist's job is to translate these symptoms into a clear diagnosis through careful listening and a structured examination.
Most neurological conditions are long-term companions rather than one-time events — migraine, epilepsy and Parkinson's disease are managed, not "cured" in one visit. Good neurological care means a doctor who explains the condition, sets realistic expectations, adjusts treatment over time and stays accessible when symptoms change.
This department emphasises exactly that: unhurried consultations, plain-language explanation of reports, and practical treatment plans that fit a patient's daily life and budget.
The examples below are general information, not a self-diagnosis checklist. A clinician decides what assessment is appropriate.
Recurrent headaches, often with nausea or light sensitivity. Diagnosis is clinical; treatment combines trigger management, preventive medicines where needed, and acute attack treatment.
A sudden, severe "thunderclap" headache is an emergency, not a migraine to wait out.
A tendency to recurrent seizures. Evaluation may include EEG and MRI. Most patients achieve good control with the right anti-seizure medicine taken regularly.
A seizure lasting more than 5 minutes, or repeated seizures without regaining consciousness, is an emergency.
Sudden interruption of blood flow to the brain. Acute stroke is an emergency; after stabilisation, neurology care focuses on finding the cause and preventing recurrence with medicines and risk-factor control.
Face drooping, arm weakness, speech difficulty — act FAST and reach emergency care immediately.
Tremor, slowness, stiffness and balance problems. Treatment is individualised with medicines, physiotherapy and regular review as needs change over the years.
Frequent falls or swallowing difficulty should be reported to the treating doctor promptly.
Nerve damage causing tingling, burning or numbness, commonly from diabetes. Management targets the cause plus symptom relief and foot-care education.
Painless foot wounds in diabetics need prompt attention to prevent complications.
Progressive forgetfulness and behaviour change. Evaluation separates treatable causes (thyroid, B12 deficiency, depression) from degenerative conditions, and supports families with practical guidance.
Rapid confusion over hours to days is different from slow dementia — it needs urgent assessment.
Spinning sensation and unsteadiness, often from the inner ear (BPPV) but sometimes neurological. Specific manoeuvres and medicines help most patients.
Vertigo with double vision, slurred speech or weakness is an emergency.
Describe what you notice, when it started, how it has changed and how it affects everyday activities. Seek urgent care for severe or sudden symptoms.
Neurological diagnosis rests heavily on the clinical consultation. The pattern of symptoms — when they started, what triggers them, how they evolve — combined with examination findings usually points to the diagnosis or a short list of possibilities.
Tests are chosen to answer specific questions: EEG for seizure evaluation, MRI/CT of brain or spine for structural causes, nerve conduction studies and EMG for neuropathy and muscle disease, and blood tests for reversible causes such as vitamin B12 deficiency or thyroid problems. Please confirm the availability of specific tests with the hospital when booking.
Bring previous prescriptions, reports and scans — in neurology, how a condition responded to past treatment is itself valuable diagnostic information.
Neurological treatment is overwhelmingly medical and rehabilitative. The department's approach is to start with the simplest effective regimen, explain each medicine's purpose and side effects, and review at defined intervals to adjust doses.
For chronic conditions like epilepsy, migraine and Parkinson's disease, the treatment plan includes practical lifestyle guidance: sleep regularity, trigger avoidance, driving and safety counselling for epilepsy, and fall-prevention strategies for movement disorders.
Where a condition needs surgical input — certain epilepsy evaluations, nerve compressions, or structural brain findings — the in-house neurosurgery team is involved early, keeping care coordinated under one roof.
Medical and surgical neurology under one roof — no conflicting opinions across hospitals
Long-term condition management with structured follow-up, not one-visit treatment
Plain-language explanation of complex reports and diagnoses
Stroke prevention focus — identifying and controlling risk factors after an event
Local, accessible specialist care for Sangli and surrounding districts
Book an appointment
Online, by phone or WhatsApp. Mention ongoing medicines and past reports.
Detailed consultation
History, symptom timeline and a structured neurological examination.
Focused tests
EEG, imaging or blood tests advised only where they answer a clinical question.
Treatment plan
Medicines, lifestyle guidance and safety counselling explained clearly.
Scheduled reviews
Follow-up at defined intervals to track response and adjust treatment.
A written timeline of your symptoms — when they started and how they changed
All current and recently stopped medicines (bring the strips if possible)
Previous EEG, MRI, CT or nerve conduction reports
For seizures: a family member who has witnessed an episode
For diabetes-related nerve problems: recent sugar and HbA1c reports
Insurance documents if you plan to use cover
Most neurological conditions are managed over months to years, so "recovery" means good control and quality of life rather than a finish line. Regular reviews allow medicines to be adjusted before side effects or symptom breakthroughs become problems.
For stroke survivors, recovery is a team effort involving medicines, physiotherapy, speech or swallow therapy where needed, and family training. Improvement continues for months; consistent rehabilitation makes a measurable difference.
Keep a simple symptom diary between visits — it helps your neurologist fine-tune treatment far better than memory alone.
For episodes that come and go, write down the date, duration, what happened first, how the episode ended and how you felt afterward. If another person witnessed it, ask them to describe what they saw without guessing a diagnosis. Bring the notes and tell the clinician if the pattern has changed.
For ongoing symptoms, describe how they affect daily tasks, sleep, balance, work, memory or communication. Include current medicines and earlier neurological or imaging reports. A clear timeline helps the clinician choose a focused examination and decide whether another test or specialist review could add useful information.
A neurological examination may assess selected functions such as strength, sensation, reflexes, coordination, balance, speech or vision. The specific components depend on the concern. Ask what the clinician is checking and what a finding does or does not mean. An examination is one part of the clinical picture, not a prediction of every future symptom.
Tests such as brain imaging, EEG or nerve studies answer different questions. The clinician can explain why one test is proposed and whether it is likely to affect the plan. Ask about preparation, timing and who will interpret the result. Do not stop a prescribed medicine to influence a test unless the ordering clinician instructs you.
Some neurological concerns need observation over time, particularly when symptoms are intermittent or the first assessment is not conclusive. Ask what change should trigger an earlier appointment, what information to track and how results will be communicated. Keep a copy of the written plan and share it with other clinicians involved in care.
Sudden weakness, facial droop, trouble speaking, loss of consciousness, a first seizure or a sudden severe headache can require emergency assessment. Do not wait for a routine neurology appointment or online reply. For an immediate emergency in India, call 112 or go to the nearest emergency department.
Bring an up-to-date list of medicines and explain any recent changes, missed doses or side effects. Some tests require particular preparation, while stopping a medicine can be unsafe. Confirm instructions with the clinician who ordered the test rather than changing treatment to influence a result.
If you use a device, keep a symptom diary or have a safety plan, bring it to the appointment. Ask whether the clinician needs earlier reports, witness descriptions or other information. Clear records can help compare a new episode with an established pattern.
With your consent, a family member or witness may help describe an episode or take notes. Decide what information you want shared and who should receive updates. If several specialists are involved, ask which clinician is coordinating the investigation and who will explain results.
Request a written summary of the plan, including test dates, follow-up and warning signs. Share it with other clinicians involved in care. If communication, memory or mobility makes appointments difficult, ask whether practical support or an accessible format is available.
These general answers support a conversation with a qualified clinician; your care plan depends on your individual situation.
Almost always, no. The vast majority of headaches are migraine or tension-type headaches, which are treatable. Brain tumours are a rare cause and usually come with other warning features. A neurological consultation can sort this out and give you peace of mind.
Many patients achieve complete seizure control with regular medication, and a significant number can eventually stop medicines under medical supervision after being seizure-free for years. The key is taking medicines exactly as prescribed and attending reviews.
Stroke itself is not directly inherited, but risk factors like high blood pressure, diabetes and high cholesterol run in families. Controlling these risk factors dramatically lowers stroke risk regardless of family history.
Night-time hand tingling is commonly carpal tunnel syndrome — pressure on a nerve at the wrist — which is very treatable. Persistent or spreading numbness deserves an examination to identify the exact cause.
Not always. Many patients who remain seizure-free for 2–5 years can trial gradual withdrawal under a neurologist's supervision. Never stop anti-seizure medicines suddenly on your own — it can provoke severe seizures.
Vertigo is a spinning or moving sensation, usually from the inner ear or brain pathways. Light-headedness from low blood pressure, anaemia or weakness feels different. Describing exactly what you feel helps the doctor identify the cause quickly.
Yes. While Parkinson's cannot yet be cured, modern medicines control symptoms well for many years, and physiotherapy maintains mobility. Treatment is adjusted over time as needs change, so regular follow-up matters.
Occasional forgetfulness is normal at any age. Memory loss that disrupts daily life — repeating questions, getting lost in familiar areas, missing bill payments — deserves evaluation, especially because some causes are treatable.
Usually not. Typical migraine with a normal examination rarely needs imaging. Scans are advised when headaches have unusual features, change pattern, or the examination finds something. Your neurologist will explain if a scan is genuinely needed.
Short videos shared by the hospital about this service.
The hospital can add service-related YouTube or Instagram videos in the admin panel.
Videos are provided for general information. They do not replace medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.
Your message is sent privately to the hospital team and is not published as a review. Please do not include patient records, test results or other sensitive medical details.
For appointments, use the appointment form. For urgent medical help, call 112 or go to the nearest emergency department.
Contact the hospital team to confirm service availability and plan your visit.
