Best Encephalopathy Doctors in Hyderabad

Types/Stages of Encephalopathy

Encephalopathy presents in two main types:

• Reversible Encephalopathy: Conditions like hepatic encephalopathy caused by liver failure and metabolic encephalopathy due to diabetes or heart failure fall under this category. These conditions can potentially be reversed with appropriate intervention.

• Irreversible Encephalopathy: Chronic traumatic encephalopathy caused by repeated head injuries and hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy from lack of oxygen to the brain come under this type. Unfortunately, these are not reversible and often require long-term management strategies.

Symptoms of Encephalopathy

The most common symptoms of encephalopathy include the following:

• Altered mental states such as confusion or disorientation

• Memory loss

• Changes in personality and behaviour

• Reduced ability to concentrate

• Drowsiness or lethargy

• Seizures

• Muscle weakness

Tests to Diagnose Encephalopathy

The best doctors for encephalopathy at Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad, employ the following tests for diagnosing encephalopathy:

• Blood Tests: To help identify the underlying causes of encephalopathy like infections, nutrient deficiencies, or liver failure.

• Imaging Tests: MRI or CT scans can help detect any structural abnormalities in the brain.

• Electroencephalogram: Assesses the electrical activity in the brain to help identify brain damage or malfunction.

• Lumbar Puncture: Analyses the cerebrospinal fluid to check for infections or inflammation.

Treatment or Surgery Options for Encephalopathy at Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad

At Apollo Hospitals in Hyderabad, the doctors for encephalopathy treatment offer comprehensive treatment options for managing encephalopathy:

• Medications: Medications may be prescribed to treat the underlying cause, such as antibiotics for infections, anticonvulsants for seizures, drugs to reduce toxins, or lactulose and Rifaximin to lower ammonia levels.

• Nutritional Support: Changes in diet and taking nutritional supplements are particularly effective for managing metabolic, liver disorder and nutritional deficiencies causing encephalopathy.

• Life support measures: In severe cases, placement of a breathing tube and ventilator (breathing support) may become necessary.