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A ct scan showed a finding of encephalomalcia possibly from a silent stroke. should i see a stroke specialist even though it is 5 yrs old?
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No: There's nothing more to be done for that area. Instead, you should focus on what your risk factors are for recurrent stroke: control of high blood pressure, assessment of your carotid arteries, and assessment for atrial fibrillation. See your primary care doctor for a full health checkup with special attention to those areas. Good health!
Answered 11/26/2013
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Pcp should do the: Recommendation! if he feels it is warranted, a neurologist could be seen for consult.
Answered 12/29/2013
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