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What does it mean when a mri (brain) says there are ten small t2 hyperintense foci within the periventricular deep white matter?
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Why was MRI done?: The spots could well be associated with prior head injury , migraine, cigarette smoking, hypertension, but could be c/w ms. Return to your doctor and spend some sufficient time to clarify significance in your case.
Answered 11/29/2014
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MRI brain: Hyperintensity or bright spots in the t2 white matter of the brain is a nonspecific finding that may indicate low blood flow or loss of myelin (insulation) on the coverings of the nerves in the brain. This is a part of normal aging but can be seen in neurological diseases (multiple sclerosis) and psychiatric conditions. See your neurologist to explain the findings on the MRI scan.
Answered 11/17/2017
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