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I was diagnosed with a small chronic left cerebellar lacunar infarction. waiting for call from gp. is it the same as a lacunar infarc?
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Infarct: it is a lacunar infarct but located in the cerebellum, rather than the more common location the cerebrum. Same process though .
Answered 6/18/2015
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FIND CAUSE: You are relatively young, yet you have had what is described as a small stroke. Disregard terminology, you are at risk for further strokes if underlying cause is not uncovered. Although old trauma may be etiology, would check heart, blood vessels, and metabolic risks. If you are a smoker, stop yesterday. See a neurologist and get this addressed, you need a specialist.
Answered 12/27/2017
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Yes to question: The 2 things are the same. The Lacunar infarct refers to a SUBTYPE of stroke that is recognized. Small CHRONIC left cerebellar simply is telling you more specific information. It is SMALL. It is CHRONIC (meaning that it is AN OLD event; didn't just happen), and it is located in the left cerebellar hemispheric region (location in the brain).
Answered 5/8/2015
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