What can cause diffuse cerebral atrophy?

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Welcome to icliniq.com. From the attached magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) report (attachment removed to protect patient identity) it seems that vascular pathology is the primary cause for the MRI changes in brain. The current pathology indicates that she had poor blood supply for last few years. The reason may be hypotension or due to immune pathology as this is the most common cause at this age. This kind of changes can lead to vascular dementia which is quite problematic. The change is difficult to reverse but it is important to prevent further damage. This can be done by proper control of blood pressure and blood thinning medications. In addition, it is also essential to consult a neurologist to find out the cause of this problem and get it treated as soon as possible. Please see a neurologist in person for complete neurological examination.