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31 years
Experience
Yannick Grenier
- Cincinnati, Ohio
- Pritzker School of Medicine
- Accepting new patients
Seven questions to ask yourself or to ask your patient to answer before implantation of a spinal cord stimulator for chronic pain
Questions yes/no1. Can I state in simple terms how the stimulation works? 2. Am I able to operate the remote for the stimulator safely? 3. Do I and my family have the resources...
Feeling very depressed after a traumatic head injury. Should I see a psychiatrist?
Mood changes are expected after a traumatic brain injury. A structured rehab program is helpful. A psychiatrist will treat with medications but a psychologist can help adjust goals READ MORE
Mood changes are expected after a traumatic brain injury. A structured rehab program is helpful. A psychiatrist will treat with medications but a psychologist can help adjust goals and plans to help you cope with the changes that have happened.
Is an MRI of the brain safe for children?
MRI stands for magnetic resonance imaging. It involves radiofrequency waves, but no ionizing radiation like X-rays or CT do. The RF waves are safe for children, but make a lot READ MORE
MRI stands for magnetic resonance imaging. It involves radiofrequency waves, but no ionizing radiation like X-rays or CT do. The RF waves are safe for children, but make a lot of noise.
I am experiencing minor blackouts and dizziness. What could it be?
In general seizures, heart problems or vestibular problems can cause these symptoms but medications and metabolic problems can also
Awake during brain surgery?
Awake surgery can be done safely if necessary to test for speech or movement during the case.
Why does my mother have diabetic neuropathy?
Nerves are living conduits of electrical impulses. Neuropathy means the nerves do not conduct the electrical signal well. The causes of neuropathy include metabolic diseases like READ MORE
Nerves are living conduits of electrical impulses. Neuropathy means the nerves do not conduct the electrical signal well. The causes of neuropathy include metabolic diseases like diabetes. The treatment of the pain includes medications to decrease the abnormal firing of the impaired nerves like gabapentin. A low dose is better than a high dose because the side effects especially sedation are lower with a lower dose.
What is a coma?
It is a failure of the reticular activating system to activate the thalamus or cortex. Hence, the brainstem reflexes can be present, but not cortical function.
Is there a surgery to treat ADHD?
The approach to treating ADHD is usually medical and involves behavioral neurology/psychology/psychiatry/education teams. The last resort for malignant ADHD that has failed medical READ MORE
The approach to treating ADHD is usually medical and involves behavioral neurology/psychology/psychiatry/education teams. The last resort for malignant ADHD that has failed medical management can involve surgery if the ADHD is associated with disabling tics or extreme aggression. It is not common and really should be done on a research protocol.
Is there a surgery to treat symptoms of seizures?
The way it usually works is for the seizure work up to try to identify the electrical source of the seizure. This is initiated by the treating neurologist and can be quite extensive READ MORE
The way it usually works is for the seizure work up to try to identify the electrical source of the seizure. This is initiated by the treating neurologist and can be quite extensive if the seizures are not controlled by medications alone.
Is there a surgery to treat Parkinson's?
Deep brain stimulation is FDA approved for PD but not usually offered as a neuroprotective treatment. Genetic testing is available in specialized clinics.
I have neuropathy in my legs after I suffered a burn injury. What should I do?
Yes, your pain specialist can explain the medications and surgeries that can decrease the pain. It is important to treat the pain to prevent a "wind up" and maximize the functional READ MORE
Yes, your pain specialist can explain the medications and surgeries that can decrease the pain. It is important to treat the pain to prevent a "wind up" and maximize the functional use of the leg.
Can back pain cause headaches?
There can be, and the work up include imaging the head and neck as well as the lumbosacral spine with MRI. If the headaches worsen when you get up from laying down, they are called READ MORE
There can be, and the work up include imaging the head and neck as well as the lumbosacral spine with MRI. If the headaches worsen when you get up from laying down, they are called postural and could be due to low pressure in the spinal canal. If the headaches are worse when you lay down and are associated with arm pain, they could be related to the cervical spine.
Can a back injury cause neurological defects?
It would be best to see your neurologist soon for examination and imaging
Is weakness after a brain surgery normal?
Yes, fatigue is normal when the brain is healing, but you should address your treatment team with this question as medications, fluid shifts, and lack of sleep may affect her recovery. READ MORE
Yes, fatigue is normal when the brain is healing, but you should address your treatment team with this question as medications, fluid shifts, and lack of sleep may affect her recovery.
What is the recovery period after a brain surgery to get a tumor removed?
Be patient with yourself and pace your activity in agreement with your care team recommendations.
My wife had surgery for removal of a brain tumor and six months later is again feeling dizzy. What could be wrong?
Please address this question with your care team, but in general, medications (titration of anti epileptic medication), autonomic problems, cardiovascular issues and vestibular READ MORE
Please address this question with your care team, but in general, medications (titration of anti epileptic medication), autonomic problems, cardiovascular issues and vestibular problems can all contribute to lightheadedness.
Can a blood clot in the brain be removed with medication alone?
Please address this question to your care team. Yes blood thinners can work, but the extent of the clot, your anatomy, hydration status and genetic background can affect how well READ MORE
Please address this question to your care team. Yes blood thinners can work, but the extent of the clot, your anatomy, hydration status and genetic background can affect how well they can work.
How long should a skull fracture take to heal?
Please discuss this with your care team. A skull fracture should heal within 12 weeks but healing is a process. It can be followed with imaging (CT)
My brother is suffering slight speech loss after an operation. Will he recover?
Please address your concerns with the care team. Very often speech pathologists continue working with the patient after discharge from acute care.
Is there a cure for meningioma?
Please address this question with your care team. Meningiomas can cause mass effects on other structures. Yes, the mass effect can cause health risks. These risks are compared READ MORE
Please address this question with your care team. Meningiomas can cause mass effects on other structures. Yes, the mass effect can cause health risks. These risks are compared to the risks of the proposed interventions. In general, the risks increase with larger tumors.
I am due for back surgery. Should I be doing any preparations before the surgery?
Please address this question with your doctor as your preparation will depend on your pathology. In general it is better not to smoke and to discuss your general health with your READ MORE
Please address this question with your doctor as your preparation will depend on your pathology. In general it is better not to smoke and to discuss your general health with your PCP.
