Dr Yatin Sagvekar, consultant neurologist at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Navi Mumbai, India, shares important information about habits to avoid to maintain healthy nervous system.
Eat uncooked street food
Although street food is very attractive, dishes that are not cooked or not processed properly can pose a potential risk of serious illness.
Dr. Yatin Sagvekar warns about Neurocysticercosis, a parasitic brain infection, commonly found when eating foods such as vegetables, undercooked pork or unsanitary foods.
This is the leading cause of can occurredemployment, accounting for 30% of cases in areas with parasites.
Therefore, adhering to food hygiene is very important to protect the health of the nervous system.
ignore persistent neurological symptoms
Dr. Sagvekar notes that seemingly simple symptoms such as recurrent headaches, dizziness or paralysis should not be ignored.
Because they can be a sign of serious problems, from migraines, strokes to brain tumors.
Early detection and timely consultation with a neurologist will help prevent complications and ensure effective treatment.
For example, frequent dizziness can be associated with vestibular disorders, while persistent paralysis can be a sign of neuropathy.
Self-treatment
Arbitrarily using medication to treat neurological problems is absolutely not recommended. Dr. Sagvekar warns that stopping medication or self-adjusting dosage without consulting a doctor can have serious consequences.
For example, people who survive a stroke, if they stop blood thinners without a doctor's guidance, will face a high risk of relapse.
Neur medication needs to be monitored and regulated carefully, so always consult your doctor before changing any treatment.
Overuse of stimulants
Using too much coffee, alcohol, tobacco or other stimulants can cause serious damage to the nervous system.
These substances can disrupt brain function, increase stress, anxiety and even lead to long-term neurological problems. To protect the health of the nervous system, limiting or avoiding the use of these substances is necessary.
Excess stress and anxiety
Prolonged stress and anxiety can negatively affect the nervous system. High levels of cortisol (stress hormone) impair brain function and affect nerves.
To protect your neurological health, you should take relaxation methods such as meditation, yoga, exercise or participate in favorite activities to reduce stress.
