Electroencephalography (EEG abbreviated) assigns neurologist to elicit in a patient the development of diseases of the nervous system and brain, including tumors. The procedure itself is completely harmless and can be applied even to small children, who can not talk about the symptoms that concern them. so well-proven method, so it is advised to take each person 1 once a year, to oversee the work of the brain changes and the ability to identify disease at an early stage.
What does the EEG?
In EEG large range of possibilities, thanks to this method it is possible to observe the condition of the patient, and even prevent stroke. If you go to a doctor with the problem of frequent headaches, the more likely that he will prescribe the procedure, since the EEG will help find out the cause of migraines. In addition, the EEG shows:
- the presence or absence of tumors;
- identify diseased regions of the brain in which seizures begin;
- the development of autism in children;
- vascular disease;
- evaluate the effectiveness of treatment and the response of the organism to the introduction of new products;
- malfunction of the nervous system;
- if the patient is in a coma, the procedure shows the performance of the brain;
- the likelihood of stroke.
When administered EEG?
The method makes it possible to identify the development of many diseases, from the most benign to serious health problems. the procedure is often prescribed to children when the parents noticed the child has convulsions or strange behavior of his child. Also, if a child has a stutter or speech delay, the method will reveal why there is such a problem. EEG is prescribed if the patient:
- regular and severe headaches;
- temper tantrums, aggression, seizures, prolonged depression;
- vascular dystonia;
- chronic insomnia or sleep confused;
- seizures;
- injury or concussion of the brain;
- frequent fainting;
- hallucinations;
- i had a stroke or heart attack;
- frequent panic attacks;
- difficult birth;
- it was early brain surgery;
- the identification of autism (the procedure should be regularly).
The procedure is going on?
EEG does not bring any discomfort, the patient feels no pain or other unpleasant sensations. The whole process takes less than 35 minutes. The patient puts on a hat, which is connected to the electrodes. During the procedure, you should:
- keeping calm;
- restrict the movement;
- try to think of pleasant things, remember the happy or funny moments from your life;
- nothing to fear (during the procedure will make sounds and noise of varying volume, it is necessary to observe the reactions of the brain);
- if EEG appointed child, bring the child's favorite toys and books, to make him feel at home.
During the procedure, use a mobile phone or tablet is not allowed.
Preparing for the EEG
Before the procedure, you need a good night's sleep, before going to bed do not think about the bad news, do not watch TV. Also observe a number of rules:
- be sure to wash with shampoo (the purer is the head, the data will be accurate and truthful);
- do not drink coffee and energy;
- eat well, do not perform the procedure on an empty stomach;
- be sure to go to the bathroom, the bladder should be empty;
- be focused;
- if much worried before the procedure, you can meditate or listen to relaxing music;
- bring a support group to make you calmer.
Electroencephalography data can be obtained immediately after the procedure. Throughout the process, the doctor observes the changes and can immediately diagnose.
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