A member asked:

What does the results few tiny nonenhancing t2/flair signal foci within the subcortical frontal & right temporal white matter of an mri brain scan? scan was done for numbness on left side

3 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Dr. Eric Weisman answered

Specializes in Neurology

Non specific: This must be interpreted in light of the clinical picture. Migraine, clinically isolated syndrome, MS and normal finding ( Virchow Robin Spaces around small arteries ) are in the differential as well as vascular disease ( vasculitis) . It may have nothing to do with your numbness ( you mention pinched nerve) and there is no mention of a parietal lobe lesion or capsular lesion on the right.

Answered 9/13/2020

4.1k views

Thank

Usually not : In my practice, these are usually observed but are not diagnostic. I am guessing you CT myelogram was negative.

Answered 2/3/2015

4.1k views

Thank
Dr. Michael Gabor answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

It depends: Usually these types of findings are nonspecific, and most likely age related. They are generally asymptotic and there is no treatment. Occasionally they are a sign of other disorders, so speak to your physician to decide whether there is any follow up needed.

Answered 2/3/2015

4.1k views

Thank

Related Questions

Sponsored Content
HealthTap Medical Group does not endorse products or services. Sponsored content revenues support our mission to make health information free and accessible to all.Learn more