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Can a mri scan reveal if there is a significant loss of neurons ?

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Dr. Glenn Messina answered

Specializes in Aesthetic Medicine

No: An MRI of the brain may show a loss of cerebral matter which is associated with aging and dementia. An MRI of the body will show nerves but not nerve function or demyelination. If there is nerve loss a conduction study will be helpful

Answered 6/10/2014

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