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Dr. Jose R. Foradada III, MD

Neurologist

Dr. Jose Foradada III practices Pediatric Neurology and Adult Neurology in Tampa, FL. Dr. Foradada III studies, evaluates, diagnoses, and treats conditions that affect the nervous system. Neurologists  are trained to fully understand and treat such conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord, neuromuscular disorders and neuropsychiatric disorders. Dr. Foradada specializes in children and young adults but will continue to see patients that their childhood disorders carries over into adulthood; Thus providing continuation of care.
42 years Experience
Dr. Jose R. Foradada III, MD
  • Tampa, FL
  • Universidad Central del Este (UCE) Facultad de Medicina
  • Accepting new patients

Should I contact the surgeon to have the metal plate checked?

Although metal plates are pretty  stable, the vision change if not due to refractory vision changes that get corrected with eyeglasses certainly warrant further evaluation. It READ MORE
Although metal plates are pretty  stable, the vision change if not due to refractory vision changes that get corrected with eyeglasses certainly warrant further evaluation. It may be prudent to contact the surgeon and discuss if a scan ( CT ) may be indicated. Good luck. Dr F. Sent from AOL on Android

Tiny blackouts

Could be a series of things. Depending on age sex etc. Mini seizures ( Petit mal), narcolepsy, vasovagal episodes. Best thing to do is contact your primary to see you, evaluate READ MORE
Could be a series of things. Depending on age sex etc. Mini seizures ( Petit mal), narcolepsy, vasovagal episodes. Best thing to do is contact your primary to see you, evaluate and refer to a Neurologist. 

Can a neurologist fix a damaged nerve?

Depending on what the damage is. It can be treated medically by a Neurologist. If it's something related to a severed , torn nerve or a herniated disk pressing on the nerve a Neurosurgeon READ MORE
Depending on what the damage is. It can be treated medically by a Neurologist. If it's something related to a severed , torn nerve or a herniated disk pressing on the nerve a Neurosurgeon will treat that. Good luck.  Dr F. Sent from the all new AOL app for Android

7 ct scans in a month, total of 42mSv. Did I largely increase my risk of cancer?

You would need a significant number  more of CTscans, x-rays or other radiation procedures to have a significant increase in cancer risk. It sounds like you have complex medical READ MORE
You would need a significant number  more of CTscans, x-rays or other radiation procedures to have a significant increase in cancer risk. It sounds like you have complex medical issues that still are undiagnosed. If radiation worries you. Discuss with your providers if MRI scans are possible. Good luck. Dr. F. Sent from the all new AOL app for Android

Spinal cord injury

As of today , unfortunately there's no cure. There are treatment modalities to improve function. There's a lot of research going on on Neuronal and spinal cord regeneration. I'm READ MORE
As of today , unfortunately there's no cure. There are treatment modalities to improve function. There's a lot of research going on on Neuronal and spinal cord regeneration. I'm optimistic that in the next decade we will be seeing significant advances and possibly a cure. Don't loose hope and remain positive and good things will happen. Good luck. Dr. F. Sent from AOL on Android

How long is recovery for leg nerve surgery?

Difficult to say. Lacking history of nerve injury or damage and extent of repair. In general terms nerve injury if able to be repaired can take up to 6 months.Talk to your Neirologist READ MORE
Difficult to say. Lacking history of nerve injury or damage and extent of repair. In general terms nerve injury if able to be repaired can take up to 6 months.Talk to your Neirologist or surgeon for an opinion. Good luck. Dr. F. Sent from AOL on Android

Headache/upset stomach

You need to see a headache specialist or Neurologist.  Recommend detailed history and physical exam along with MRI of the head and possibly further testing to then consider prophylactic READ MORE
You need to see a headache specialist or Neurologist.  Recommend detailed history and physical exam along with MRI of the head and possibly further testing to then consider prophylactic medications and try other abortive ( symptomatic) analgesic medications.  Good luck. Dr. F. Sent from the all new AOL app for Android

Can brain aneurysm go away?

Unfortunately they don't.  They may remain small ( no need for intervention) but do not resolve spontaneously. Make sure you have close monitoring and follow up and discuss treatment READ MORE
Unfortunately they don't.  They may remain small ( no need for intervention) but do not resolve spontaneously. Make sure you have close monitoring and follow up and discuss treatment options with your doctor  Good luck.  Dr. F. Sent from the all new AOL app for Android

Is nerve surgery risky?

All surgeries have risks, some more than others depending on many variables and circumstances. Talk to your surgeon about the risks involved and if not completely sure get a second READ MORE
All surgeries have risks, some more than others depending on many variables and circumstances. Talk to your surgeon about the risks involved and if not completely sure get a second opinion.  Good  luck.  Dr. F. Sent from AOL on Android

Loss of Memory

B complex vitamins and omega 3 are good supplements for the brain and memory. I would suggest seeing a neurologist and getting an EEG done to make sure you are not having "absence READ MORE
B complex vitamins and omega 3 are good supplements for the brain and memory. I would suggest seeing a neurologist and getting an EEG done to make sure you are not having "absence " ( petit Mal seizures). Good luck. Dr. F. Sent from AOL on Android

Random OCD

That's a good self evaluation. You may have OCD. Do you have family members that have it?.Google the Yale Brown OCD scale and see how you compare. Good luck . Dr F. Sent from AOL READ MORE
That's a good self evaluation. You may have OCD. Do you have family members that have it?.Google the Yale Brown OCD scale and see how you compare. Good luck . Dr F. Sent from AOL on Android

Why does my body feel numb when I sleep

You may have a sleep disorder or major anxiety. I suggest you discuss it with your primary and get a sleep study and further evaluation pending the results.Good luck. Dr F. Sent READ MORE
You may have a sleep disorder or major anxiety. I suggest you discuss it with your primary and get a sleep study and further evaluation pending the results.Good luck. Dr F. Sent from AOL on Android

Spinal cord injury

Unfortunately as of today there's not an established cure. There are emerging treatment modalities and research studies on spinal cord repair and regeneration that are promising. READ MORE
Unfortunately as of today there's not an established cure. There are emerging treatment modalities and research studies on spinal cord repair and regeneration that are promising. Hang in there and optimize your overall health body and mind and remain hopeful and one day not too far away you may walk again. Good luck. Dr. F. Sent from AOL on Android

Is it normal for a 15 year old to forget a lot of things?

You may have ADD ( Attention deficit disorder). Other problems may also be possible like absence seizures ( Petit mal ) but less likely.  Have your parents talk to your pediatrician READ MORE
You may have ADD ( Attention deficit disorder). Other problems may also be possible like absence seizures ( Petit mal ) but less likely.  Have your parents talk to your pediatrician and see a Neurologist or psychiatrist.

ct scan

If the CT scan showed diverticulosis the more reason to consider a colonoscopy. This procedure done in expert hands is extremely safe and the information it offers ( not to mention READ MORE
If the CT scan showed diverticulosis the more reason to consider a colonoscopy. This procedure done in expert hands is extremely safe and the information it offers ( not to mention the therapeutic benefits, like being able to remove concerning diverticulae that may be pre-malignant ) is second to none. You have to consider the findings of the CT along with your past medical history and family history as well.

Glossopharyngeal Neuralgia

It could be glossopharyngeal neuralgia among others ( trigeminal , vasculitis , temporal arteritis , etc. ). You need to see a neurologist and get imaging studies ( MRI scan ), READ MORE
It could be glossopharyngeal neuralgia among others ( trigeminal , vasculitis , temporal arteritis , etc. ). You need to see a neurologist and get imaging studies ( MRI scan ), blood work and a detailed history and physical examination.  Some conditions are relatively benign while others are much more serious and need urgent attention. If you cant see someone right away, consider going to the Emergency department.  Good luck.  Dr.F. Sent from the all new AOL app for Android

Brain ct

Highly unlikely that a tumor was missed. Also a tumor can present with headaches and numbness but usually much more broad than just the elbow.I suggest you talk to your primary,  READ MORE
Highly unlikely that a tumor was missed. Also a tumor can present with headaches and numbness but usually much more broad than just the elbow.I suggest you talk to your primary,  psychiatrist or Neurologist for a detailed history and examination to determine a more likely possibility.  Good luck. Dr. F. Sent from the all new AOL app for Android

Extreme dizziness

You might have a stomach flu. Drink frequent small amounts of fluids. Try a little bit of Linden and Chamomille tea. If the diarrhea , nausea and fever persist for 48 hours see READ MORE
You might have a stomach flu. Drink frequent small amounts of fluids. Try a little bit of Linden and Chamomille tea. If the diarrhea , nausea and fever persist for 48 hours see your primary or go to a walk in clinic and get checked out. Good luck.  Dr F. Sent from the all new AOL app for Android

Neurologist advice

It probably was safe after being stable for 6 months.  From what you tell me your blood pressure is spiking up again a d after having had a bleed you are at a higher risk of having READ MORE
It probably was safe after being stable for 6 months.  From what you tell me your blood pressure is spiking up again a d after having had a bleed you are at a higher risk of having a other one. The last thing you would want is to have this happen while on a plane or away in unfamiliar places. I suggest you discuss this with your Dr.  and get your blood pressure under control to where your Dr. gives you the green light to fly. Good luck.  Dr. F. Sent from the all new AOL app for Android

Will I be ok

Well some good news. It seems like whatever may be afflicting you is beginning to get better or resolve. You are no longer getting head pain or brain pain and seems like swallowing READ MORE
Well some good news. It seems like whatever may be afflicting you is beginning to get better or resolve. You are no longer getting head pain or brain pain and seems like swallowing your drool is not causing any problems nor spitting it out. So you have options. I truly believe you will overcome this in a very short interval. Should this not be the case then contact your provider to further discuss and appropriate referral. Good luck. Dr. F. Sent from AOL on Android