Neurology (brain and nerves)

Headaches

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🤕 What is a headache?

A headache, or cephalalgia, is a pain localized in the skull or forehead area. It can be benign (tension, fatigue) or a sign of a more serious neurological problem (migraine, stroke...).

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📍 Common Symptoms

🔔 Dull or pulsating headache
🔆 Sensitivity to light or noise
😴 Fatigue, difficulty concentrating
😵 Nausea, dizziness
🧍 Localized pain (forehead, temples, neck...)

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⚠️ Common Causes

💻 Eye strain or prolonged stress
💧 Dehydration
😴 Lack or excess of sleep
📈 High blood pressure
🌡️ Fever, infection, sinusitis

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🚨 Warning Signs

📆 Headache lasting several days
🩸 Vomiting, speech or vision disturbances
⚖️ Weakness on one side of the body
💥 Sudden and intense "thunderclap" headache
🛌 High fever with neck stiffness

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💊 Relief

🧘 Rest in a quiet and dark place
💧 Drink water regularly
🧊 Apply something cold to the forehead or temples
💊 Take a painkiller (paracetamol) if needed
⚖️ Avoid stress, prolonged screen time, and irregular meals

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🧬 What AidHealth Offers

📞 Teleconsultation with a neurologist if needed
📋 AI-based evaluation of headache frequency and type
📲 Regular follow-up and digital pain diary
🎓 Personalized advice to prevent migraines
📤 Online prescription or request for further examination

Stroke

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🧠 What is a Stroke (AVC)?

A stroke (Accident Vasculaire Cérébral) occurs when blood flow to part of the brain is interrupted (ischemic stroke) or when a blood vessel bursts (hemorrhagic stroke). It is a medical emergency.

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📍 Symptoms of Stroke

😵 Sudden paralysis or weakness on one side of the body
💬 Difficulty speaking or understanding
👁️ Sudden loss of vision in one eye or blurred vision
🤢 Severe and sudden headaches
⏱️ Sudden onset of symptoms (within minutes)

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⚠️ Risk Factors

📈 High blood pressure (hypertension)
💉 Diabetes, high cholesterol
🚬 Smoking, alcohol
⚖️ Obesity, sedentary lifestyle
👵 Older age, family history

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🚨 Act Quickly

📞 Call emergency services immediately
⏳ Note the time of symptom onset
🧍 Do not move the person unless in danger
🧊 Do not give anything by mouth (water, medication…)
🧑‍⚕️ Every minute counts: quick response = better chances of survival

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💊 Treatment and Follow-up

💉 Medications to dissolve a clot or control bleeding
🏥 Hospitalization in a specialized stroke unit
🏃 Rehabilitation (physical therapy, speech therapy...)
🧠 Neurological follow-up and assessment of after-effects
📆 Monitoring risk factors (high blood pressure, diabetes...)

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🧬 What AidHealth Offers

📞 Teleconsultation for post-stroke follow-up
📋 Personalized digital assessment with AI support
📲 Reminders for medications, tests, and appointments
🎓 Education on preventing recurrence
👩‍⚕️ Access to specialists for rehabilitation and support

Insomnia

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🌙 What is insomnia?

Insomnia is a sleep disorder characterized by difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up too early. It can be occasional or chronic and can strongly affect quality of life.

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📍 Common Symptoms

😵 Difficulty falling asleep
⏰ Frequent or too early awakenings
😴 Non-restorative sleep
🧠 Fatigue, irritability during the day
🧍 Decreased concentration, headaches

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⚠️ Possible Causes

😰 Stress, anxiety, or depression
📱 Screen use before bedtime
☕ Consumption of caffeine or alcohol
💊 Medications or medical conditions (pain, sleep apnea…)
💤 Change of environment or routine

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🚨 When to Worry?

📆 Insomnia occurring more than 3 times per week for over a month
🛌 Sleep remains disturbed despite efforts
🧠 Fatigue interfering with daily activities
💊 Frequent reliance on sleeping pills
⚠️ Behavioral or mood disorders associated

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💊 Possible Solutions

🛏️ Establish a consistent bedtime routine
📵 Avoid screens 1 hour before sleeping
🧘 Practice relaxation or breathing techniques
💊 Short-term treatment prescribed by a doctor if needed
🗨️ Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is effective

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🧬 What AidHealth Offers

📞 Teleconsultation with a neurologist or psychologist
📋 AI-based assessment of sleep and its disruptors
📲 Digital sleep journal and regular reminders
🎓 Relaxation programs and sleep hygiene guidance
📤 Online prescription if treatment is needed

Epilepsy

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⚡ What is Epilepsy?

Epilepsy is a chronic neurological disorder characterized by the occurrence of repeated seizures caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain. These seizures can range from brief absences to dramatic convulsions.

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📍 Typical Symptoms

😵 Sudden loss of consciousness
🤯 Convulsions or muscle jerks
👀 Fixed gaze or upturned eyes
💬 Confusion or disorientation after the seizure
⏱️ Seizure lasting from a few seconds to several minutes

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⚠️ Possible Causes

👶 Congenital or genetic abnormalities
🤕 Head trauma
🧠 Tumor, stroke, or brain infection
👵 Brain aging
🔍 Sometimes no identifiable cause

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🚨 How to React Properly

🧍 Lay the person on their side and remove dangerous objects
⏳ Note the duration of the seizure
🙅‍♂️ Do not put anything in their mouth
📞 Call emergency services if the seizure lasts more than 5 minutes
🤕 After the seizure: stay with the person until they are fully awake

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💊 Treatment

💊 Regular intake of antiepileptic medications
🧠 Regular neurological check-ups (MRI, EEG...)
⚠️ Strict adherence to treatment and schedules
📉 Avoid alcohol, stress, and sleep deprivation
🏥 Surgery or neurostimulation in some resistant cases

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🧬 What AidHealth Offers

📞 Teleconsultation with a specialized neurologist
📋 AI-based monitoring of seizure frequency
📲 Reminders for medication intake and medical tests
🎓 Family training on how to respond during a seizure
📤 Digital prescriptions and access to medication

Memory problems

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🧠 C’est quoi les troubles de la mémoire ?

Les troubles de la mémoire sont des difficultés à se souvenir d’informations récentes ou anciennes. Ils peuvent être temporaires (fatigue, stress) ou liés à des pathologies comme la maladie d’Alzheimer ou d’autres démences.

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📍 Symptoms of memory disorders

🗓️ Forgetting appointments or recent events
🛠️ Repeating the same questions multiple times
🚪 Getting lost in familiar places
🧍 Difficulty performing simple tasks
💬 Losing track of a conversation

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⚠️ Possible causes

🧓 Natural aging
🧠 Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias
🩸 Stroke or traumatic brain injury
😰 Stress, depression, or anxiety
💊 Medications, alcohol, or deficiencies

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🚨 Warning Signs

📆 Persistent or worsening cognitive issues
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Inability to manage daily tasks
📉 Loss of autonomy or sense of direction
💬 Confusion about people or places
⚠️ Family history of dementia

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💊 Management

🧠 Neurological assessment and cognitive testing
💊 Medication based on diagnosis (e.g., Alzheimer’s)
🧘 Cognitive and physical stimulation activities
👥 Psychological support for the patient and family
📆 Regular follow-ups to slow progression

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🧬 What AidHealth Offers

📞 Teleconsultation with a neurologist or geriatric specialist
📋 AI-powered online memory tests
📲 Symptom tracking through a digital journal
🎓 Advice and cognitive stimulation programs
👨‍👩‍👧 Family guidance and emotional support

Parkinson’s disease

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🧠 What is Parkinson’s disease?

Parkinson’s disease is a chronic neurological disorder caused by the degeneration of dopamine-producing neurons. It primarily affects movement, balance, and coordination.

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📍 Typical symptoms

🤲 Resting tremors (often on one side)
🏃 Muscle rigidity
⏳ Slowness of movement (bradykinesia)
🧍 Problems with balance and posture
😶 Difficulty speaking or writing

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⚠️ Possible causes

🧬 Genetic factors (rare)
🧪 Prolonged exposure to certain toxins
🧓 Aging (more common after 60 years)
🔬 Chemical imbalance in the brain (dopamine)
❓ Exact causes often unknown

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🚨 Progression to Monitor

📉 Gradual worsening of motor impairments
🗣️ Speech or swallowing difficulties
🧠 Memory or mood disorders
🪑 Long-term loss of independence
🏥 Need for multidisciplinary support

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💊 Management

💊 Dopaminergic medications (e.g., L-Dopa)
🏃 Physical therapy for mobility
🗣️ Speech therapy for speaking and swallowing
🧘 Regular and adapted physical activity
🧑‍⚕️ Psychological support and family involvement

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🧬 What AidHealth Offers

📞 Teleconsultation with a specialist neurologist
📋 Digital monitoring of symptom progression
🎓 Rehabilitation programs and personalized guidance
📤 Online prescriptions and medication reminders
👥 Emotional support and guidance for caregivers

Stroke in young adults

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🧠 What is a stroke in young adults?

A stroke in young adults is a cerebral vascular accident occurring before the age of 45. Although it is more common in older people, it increasingly affects young people due to modern risk factors.

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📍 Symptoms of a stroke

😵 Weakness or paralysis on one side of the body
🗣️ Difficulty speaking or understanding
👁️ Sudden visual disturbances
🤕 Severe and unusual headaches
⏱️ Sudden onset: every minute counts

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⚠️ Specific risk factors

🚬 Tobacco, alcohol, drugs
💊 Oral contraceptives + tobacco
💉 Uncontrolled hypertension, diabetes
🩸 Blood clotting disorders (thrombophilia, sickle cell disease)
🧬 Family history or autoimmune diseases

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🚨 Act Quickly

📞 Call emergency services at the slightest doubt
⏳ Note the time when symptoms started
💬 Use the FAST rule (Face, Arms, Speech, Time)
🧑‍⚕️ Prompt care reduces the risk of lasting damage
❌ Never wait for it to “go away”

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💊 Treatment and Follow-Up

💉 Emergency treatment (thrombolysis or surgery)
🏥 Intensive neurological rehabilitation
💊 Lifelong treatment to prevent recurrence
🧠 Psychological support for young professionals
📆 Strict medical follow-up and professional reintegration

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🧬 What AidHealth Offers

📞 Fast teleconsultation with a neurologist
📋 Personalized follow-up via our medical AI
📲 Help managing treatment and appointments
🎓 Education on preventing relapses
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Support for young adults returning to active life