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Should we ct scan the brain for dizzyness?

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Dr. Charles Davant answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Possibly.: If you've been dizzy for a while, it might be useful but most of the time it won't show anything at your age. Most doctors will look for other signs and symptoms before turning to a ct scan. We do most head cts because we worry about missing rare things, not because we expect a 39 year old to have a tumor or ms.

Answered 12/25/2014

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Dr. Steven Chmielewski answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

MRI is the: Single best imaging test. It should be performed without and with contrast. However, there are some physical diagnostic tests that may provide an answer.

Answered 3/10/2019

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