Question about neurology

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I want to become a Neurologist, and I'm wondering what courses there are that I could take that could lead up to being that? I want to specialize in autosomal *dominant* diseases and/or disorders. I'm not specifically asking if this is normal, but is the route I'm going to take going to be long? How long would it take to specialize in disorders or diseases? Also, I specifically want to utterly specialize in Huntington's Disease. I want to help those in need who.. Are dealing with this sort of disease and/or disorder. Is there anyone I can talk to that works with this disease and/or disorder? I'm also going to research up some stuff, like all these questions I'm having; but I'm just wondering if anyone here knows anything about what I want to learn about anything having to do with neurology. I just.. I'm utterly certain that this is the path for me. I really want to just help people dealing with diseases and/or disorders dealing with the central nervous system or the like. Umm, please comment below, much is appreciated. Thank you.

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  • BlackyHancock
    7 years ago

    Well you're in the right place to be exposed to some very strange neurological processes and a few people with very disordered brains.

    If you are serious about becoming a Neurologist something tells me there are better forums where you could ask questions and get real answers.

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  • Lonely2
    7 years ago

    Neurology generally means the brain and central nervous system...but includes detailed study of the nerve cell in general....so anatomy and physiology is a good start....paying particular attention to brain anatomy and the sections on the nervous system and the study of the nerve cell....biology for genetic studies and bio in general...then medicine to understand those medicines that affect the brain amd central nervous system...or any detailed courses on the brain, diseases of the central nervous system

    Seriously just studt anatomy and physiology...biology and chemistry and youre off to a good start

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  • sydslytherin
    7 years ago

    My mom is a neuropsychologist so I have a lot of knowledge of this stuff. First off, to specialize in these diseases, after you become a neurologist (or during the process) you need to hands on work with people with huntingtons, and depending on how long it takes to find what you need, it can take a LONG time. But that's a great thing to be doing and I'm not sure if I answered your question, so if you're curious about anything else do not hesitate to ask.

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  • VirgilManly
    7 years ago

    The best thing to do would be to ask a neurologist.

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  • dytrog
    7 years ago

    Do you know how many years it takes for that. Under graduate degree,You have to go to school to get a doc. degree, 1 year internship, Residency for neurologist, And sub specialization in that field.

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  • dytrog
    7 years ago

    I have peripheral neuropathy. I feel like I dipped my arms in latex. It is a constant pain. It also affects my legs the same way. I have lost most of my muscle mass. I use to pick up 200 lb's with no trouble. Now a 30 pack of beer is heavy. No cure for what I have.

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  • Olddelusionalsailor
    7 years ago

    I have Huntingtons Disease.

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