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In mri spine , there is compression and black dot/patch( ls) . so what does this black spot may be ? and what test required to diagnose it further ?

Q: in mri spine , there is compression and black dot/patch( ls) . so what does this black spot may be ? and what test required to diagnose it further ?

: You need to discuss with the doctor who ordered the MRI. Without seeing the scan or report, no one here can make any determination of what it is.

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Dr. Mark Owolabi answered

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You need to discuss with the doctor who ordered the MRI. Without seeing the scan or report, no one here can make any determination of what it is.

Answered 5/27/2022

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A member asked:

In mri spine , there is compression and black dot/patch( ls) . so what does this black spot may be ? and what test required to diagnose it further ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mark Owolabi answered

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