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I have just been diagnsed with brain stem ischemia after a fall 5 years ago. it is chronic and stable. i continue to have symptoms. is there any tx?
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TIA's: Decreased blood flow to the brainstem can be a warning of an eventual stroke, and suggests some obstruction in the vertebral-basilar system. You might wonder about neck arthritis causing kinking of the vertebral at the foramen transversarum, but prior risk factors such as hypertension, diabetes may be contributing to thrombosis. Antiplatelet drugs may help. Decide with your doctor.
Answered 12/4/2012
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Consult vascular sur: Brain stem ischemia is due to blockage of blood vessels. You should see a vascular specialist to have the blood supply checked out.
Answered 4/17/2016
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