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I may have a brain abscess. what do i do?
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If you fear that: You have a brain abscess then you should seek medical evaluation.
Answered 12/27/2013
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Imaging: Not sure how you know you have an abscess but a good start would be to get a ct with contrast or an MRI with contrast. Then a neurosurgeon can assess he need for surgery.
Answered 6/10/2014
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