Pakistan faces surge in brain disorders
He said any disruption in its function can result in major health problems, both physical and mental. He explained that adults commonly suffer from migraines, epilepsy, strokes, and brain tumours, while children are affected by conditions like autism, ADHD, and cerebral palsy. In older adults, diseases such as Alzheimer's and dementia are caused by imbalances in brain chemicals called neurotransmitters.
Dr Rafay highlighted warning signs such as constant headaches, memory loss, speech difficulties, seizures, and hand tremors. He urged people to take these symptoms seriously and seek timely medical help. He also addressed the rising trend of extreme dieting, warning that cutting out carbohydrates, the brain's primary fuel, can lead to issues like fatigue, poor memory, and fainting spells.
He advised a balanced intake of carbs, fats, and water, combined with physical activity, to keep the brain functioning properly.
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Leading neurologist Dr Mohammad Rafay on Tuesday advised that ignoring early signs of brain-related issues could lead to serious and irreversible conditions. Talking to a private news channel, Dr Rafay described the brain as the most complex organ in the human body, containing around 86 billion neurons. He said any disruption in its function can result in major health problems, both physical and mental. He explained that adults commonly suffer from migraines, epilepsy, strokes, and brain tumours, while children are affected by conditions like autism, ADHD, and cerebral palsy. In older adults, diseases such as Alzheimer's and dementia are caused by imbalances in brain chemicals called neurotransmitters. Dr Rafay highlighted warning signs such as constant headaches, memory loss, speech difficulties, seizures, and hand tremors. He urged people to take these symptoms seriously and seek timely medical help. He also addressed the rising trend of extreme dieting, warning that cutting out carbohydrates, the brain's primary fuel, can lead to issues like fatigue, poor memory, and fainting spells. He advised a balanced intake of carbs, fats, and water, combined with physical activity, to keep the brain functioning properly.
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