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I have a brain cavernous malformation is this something to be concerned about or no?
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Varies widely: Size, symptoms and location are determinants of the behavior of these lesions. Most concern is bleeding risk which varies widely. Most doctors monitor these with serial mris. Surgery is required occasionally for removal.
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