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Ct done at ed shows 'bilateral cortical atrophy' i'm a 43 y/o f. what could cause this and why didn't the dr bring this to my attention when found?
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See your doctor : Great question. ER doctors evaluate for acute problems such as intracranial hemorrhage or space occupying mass lesions. Once these life threatening conditions have been ruled out, your primary care physician can follow up on the evaluation and treatment of any chronic conditions.
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