Conditions

Children's neurological symptoms can be worrying and are not always easy to explain. Below are some of the conditions most often seen in a paediatric neurology clinic. Every child is different, and a consultation starts by understanding your child's own story.

Epilepsy and seizures

Assessment of first seizures, possible seizures and established epilepsy, including choice and review of medication, and advice for home and school.

Headache and migraine

Recurrent headaches are common in childhood. Most have a clear, manageable cause; the aim is an accurate explanation and a practical plan to reduce their impact on daily life.

Funny turns, faints and blackouts

Episodes of unusual behaviour, staring, collapse or loss of awareness, where the first step is working out what the episodes are and what they are not.

Movement disorders

Tics, tremor, dystonia and other unusual movements, including their effect on learning, confidence and family life.

Neuromuscular conditions

Weakness, low muscle tone, walking difficulties and muscle or nerve conditions.

Developmental concerns

Delayed milestones, loss of skills, or a pattern of difficulties that has not yet been explained.

Complex and undiagnosed problems

A careful review of the whole picture when symptoms do not fit a simple diagnosis, or when families would like a second opinion.

In an emergency, such as a seizure lasting more than five minutes, a first seizure, or sudden weakness, call 999 or go to your nearest A&E.