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Hi, brain mri- what does it mean:there are few nonspecific foci of t2/flair hyper signal in the periventricular and subcortical white matter of the frontal lobes bilaterally? thanks?

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

MRI means: It means what it says. The cause is most likely high blood pressure. But only your team can help interpret it for you. I have never seen or examined you so am helpless. Many causes.

Answered 11/11/2020

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A member asked:

Hi, brain mri- what does it mean:there are few nonspecific foci of t2/flair hyper signal in the periventricular and subcortical white matter of the frontal lobes bilaterally? thanks?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Clarence Grim answered

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