My report says 'focal cortical atrophy.' Is my brain in a healthy state?

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Welcome to icliniq.com. These brain magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) findings (attachment removed to protect patient identity) do not indicate any severe medical disorder. The change in these two MRI results may be related to the MRI machine resolution (maybe you have performed MRI in different clinics) or may be explained by the radiologist qualification. Do you suffer from throbbing headaches? If yes, migraine is a probable cause. Chronic sinusitis seems to be the main finding in these MRIs. For this reason, a nasal drop decongestant may be needed.

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Welcome back to icliniq.com. Small nonspecific T2 lesions could be related to migraines and headaches. I would recommend following up with a brain magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) after two years. The cortical atrophy is uncommon for your age, but it is not a concerning finding, as it does not indicate anything serious. Do you have memory problems? There is nothing to worry about if you do not have such issues. If you have migraine headaches, it would be necessary to treat them with preventive therapy. Daily Aspirin may be needed after the age of 50. I would also recommend monitoring your blood lipid profile, fasting glucose, and blood pressure. It is necessary to take a balanced diet and avoid smoking contacts or alcohol abuse.

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Welcome back to icliniq.com. In such a case, there is nothing to worry about. I would recommend following a healthy lifestyle (Mediterranean diet, avoiding smoking contacts or alcohol abuse) and performing many physical activities (aerobics, walking, yoga, sports, etc.). It is necessary to check your thyroid hormone levels. Periodically follow up with a brain magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) every three to five years is required to monitor these brain MRI findings for any possible progression. If you have any other questions, please do not hesitate to ask me again.