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Would a physician recognize brain damage by evaluating patient?

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Possibly: A thorough neurological exam can detect many types of brain injury, but there are some types of damage that are very subtle and difficult to detect by examination alone. Imaging and other tests may be necessary.

Dr Pappas and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/30/2013

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