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What does "small hyperintense focus in white matter of left parietal lobe" mean? i had insomnia and slight head and finger twitches and thus got it done. i am only 24 years old.
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Nonspecific: Could be due to prior injury, could represent either vascular or inflammatory lesion, could even be due to infection. The clinical correlation really needs direct discussion with the doctor who ordered the study.
Answered 5/19/2017
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