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What does a full normal neurological exam mean?

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Dr. Bennett Machanic
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Neurology 54 years experience
Reasurring perhaps: Although normal exam does not rule out all intracranial problems, or the presence of paroxysmal conditions like epilepsy or migraine, does provide comfort of absence of substantial neurological deficits.
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