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Dr. Michael Frost, MD

Neurologist (Pediatric)

Michael graduated from St. Louis University School of Medicine and did a pediatric residency at Children's Mercy Hospital (Kansas City, MO) and Child Neurology at the University of Colorado Health Sci ...
49 years Experience
Dr. Michael Frost, MD
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo
  • Accepting new patients

What does resective surgery involve?

Mapping out where the seizures are coming from and making sure there is no overlap with important function. There are different ways to do the mapping but ultimately it usually READ MORE
Mapping out where the seizures are coming from and making sure there is no overlap with important function. There are different ways to do the mapping but ultimately it usually requires inserting electrodes into the suspected area (unless there is an obvious abnormality on MRI.

Are my son's headaches the sign of a brain tumor?

Headaches are a Neurologic condition with many different causes. If your doctor’s treatment isn’t working I would ask for a referral to a neurologist for further evaluation and READ MORE
Headaches are a Neurologic condition with many different causes. If your doctor’s treatment isn’t working I would ask for a referral to a neurologist for further evaluation and appropriate treatment.

Are migraines in children serious?

Migraines do occur in children, particularly if there is a family history of migraines. He should, however be evaluated by your primary care physician or a pediatric neurologist. READ MORE
Migraines do occur in children, particularly if there is a family history of migraines. He should, however be evaluated by your primary care physician or a pediatric neurologist. Until then treating with an over the counter pain medication (such as excedrine) would be appropriate.

My son has constant headaches. What could this mean?

Headaches are a Neurologic condition but there are many different causes. I would first consult with your primary care physician to determine the appropriate referral or work up. READ MORE
Headaches are a Neurologic condition but there are many different causes. I would first consult with your primary care physician to determine the appropriate referral or work up.

My son has blurry vision. Could this be a sign of a neurological condition?

I would start by having him evaluated by an ophthalmologist or optometrist.

How are child coma patients managed in hospital?

It all depends on the severity and cause. Typically these children should be in a pediatric intensive care unit being managed by pediatric specialists.

non verbal two year old

Talk to your pediatrician about a referral to a speech therapist or developmental pediatrician. Many school districts will also evaluate and treat developmental issues so you could READ MORE
Talk to your pediatrician about a referral to a speech therapist or developmental pediatrician. Many school districts will also evaluate and treat developmental issues so you could check with your pediatrician or school; district.

My daughter has trouble pronouncing certain sounds and letters. How can I help her?

Your school district should offer speech evaluation and therapy

Can a neurological condition cause my child to hallucinate?

Hallucinations are more often behavioral or psychiatric so you should talk to your primary care physician about an appropriate referal.

Does nerve damage hurt to touch?

Not usually depending on the cause

What is the best treatment for seizures?

There are many treatments. I would recommend an evaluation at a comprehensive pediatric epilepsy center for the best evaluation and treatment.

My son's right hand is twitching. Is there anything that I should do?

Treatment will depend on the cause so he should be evaluated by a pediatric neurologist.

At what age is an autism diagnosis confirmed?

It is not too early for an evaluation

How successful is brain surgery for epilepsy?

It can be very successful depending on the type of seizure, where it starts and the cause. There are also different types of epilepsy surgery.

Can having epilepsy affect your memory?

Yes, as can some anticonvulsants. I would check with your pediatric epileptologist or neuropsychologist.

How to treat Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy?

Contact the Muscular Dystrophy Association for a clinic near you/

How do you fix lingual nerve damage?

See an ENT specialist