EXPERT
Mr. Arun Swaminathan, M.B.B.S.
Neurologist
Dr. Arun Swaminathan practices neurology and specializes in epilepsy management at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. He offers all therapies for epilepsy including medications, epilepsy surgery, ketogenic diet, and devices like VNS or RNS. He is also heavily involved in research into innovative therapies for epilepsy.
8 years
Experience
Mr. Arun Swaminathan, M.B.B.S.
- Omaha, NE
- Univ of Kentucky, Lexington
- Accepting new patients
Patient Preparedness For Your Visit To The Epilepsy Doctor
Doctors and patients seem to spend less time with each other as the years go by. Increasing patient volumes, need to ensure accurate and detailed patient charts, reviewing external...
Does a benign brain tumor need to be removed?
It depends on whether you're having symptoms and other factors. Consider seeing a neurologist or neurosurgeon to discuss this in detail.
What would cause one side of your body to go numb?
it could be neurological - from strokes or spinal problems. Discuss it with a neurologist for more info.
What causes inflammation of the veins and arteries in the head?
See a neurologist to discuss this.
Do MRIs explain why some people have vertigo?
In some cases, yes.
What could this be?
Consider seeing a neurologist to discuss this.
Are medications enough to treat a brain aneurysm?
Small aneurysms are usually treated with meds first. Surgery is only used for larger or more symptomatic ones. Discuss with your doctor for more details.
Feelings of depression with multiple sclerosis
Depression is common in MS. Discuss it with your neurologist and consider seeing a psychiatrist for assistance.
Will a physiatry follow up tell my friend more about his stroke?
It will certainly help.
Should a disability advocate attend all of our meetings with son's school?
A doctor's note might help get the ball rolling. You may need an attorney or advocate in future if the school is not accommodating.
Should I start my mom on fish oil supplements?
They might.
Do stroke patients have a large risk of vascular dementia?
It's a fairly high risk to get vascular dementia after strokes, especially if the vascular risk factors are not controlled.
Am I at risk for multiple sclerosis if it was in my family?
You could be at risk. There are multiple treatments available.
My son has been diagnosed with the alien hand syndrome. What is the treatment for it?
See a neurologist to discuss your options.
My mother was diagnosed with early Alzheimer's and she is becoming increasingly depressed and frightened. Should I take her to see a psychiatrist?
Any psychiatrist would be able to help her, at least as a first step.
Where can I find clinical trials for mild cognitive disorder?
Your nearest university hospital or nih.gov might have info for you.
How can diabetic neuropathy be treated?
Yes - discuss with your doctor or see a neurologist for help.
