Diffusion-weighted imaging helps to diagnose the internal tissues of the body. The test measures the water molecules present within the tissues. It also helps study the viability of brain tissues.
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I have a persistent hoarse voice. Is endoscopy needed?
Query: Hello doctor, I have had a scratchy/hoarse voice for over a month. For the last 7 days I have a feeling as if something is stuck in my throat directly in the center and as if someone is pushing on my throat. I have seen two different ENT doctors. The first one diagnosed me with rhinitis and globu... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The complaints you are describing fit into the following conditions: 1. Chronic laryngitis. 2. GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease). If there would have been a cancer, CT scan and barium swallow must have given an idea or hint. Since they were clear it is very unl... Read Full »
Will mild cerebral atrophy lead to dementia?
Query: Hello doctor, Diffusion-weighted images, ADC maps, and postcontrast sequences were also performed. Findings: There is mild cerebral volume loss and ex vacuo dilatation of ventricular system. There are scattered punctate foci of increased signal intensity within the periventricular and deep subcor... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your MRI shows mild cerebral atrophy with some small vessel disease changes. I would like to know about your memory, speech, gait and urinary symptoms. Are there any abnormalities? These changes are much common at the age of 70 but still, you have to take some precau... Read Full »
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