Encephalomalacia is the damping of brain tissue due to bleeding or inflammation in the circumstances such as brain infarction, neuropathies, trauma, or any other injury. Encephalomalacia can progress to complete brain dysfunction in the affected area if left untreated.
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I suffer from a seizure disorder. Kindly suggest after seeing my MRI report.
Query: Hi doctor, I am suffering from the seizure disorder. I am seeking a neurologist help on my magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) report. I had two episodes of seizure before three years and then, no episode. I had Folic acid 150 mg and Sodium diluent 300 for the last three years. For the last two months,... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have analyzed your magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) brain report (attachment removed to protect patient identity). It suggests that there is damage to your brain in the anterior basal (front-base) part. In medical terms, gliosis (central nervous system damage) and ence... Read Full »
My child is suffering from encephalomalacia. Will back surgery help?
Query: Hi doctor, My child is 5 years old and his Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) shows the following. Extensive destructive cystic encephalomalacia involving the near entirety of the supratentorial region. Will he become fine after having back surgery? Is his brain condition very bad? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your question with care. Yes, as your son is suffering from encephalomalacia (softening of brain tissue), please proceed with the back surgery. We have to give him the best possible care and hope for brain and spinal cord to function at the best and improve a... Read Full »
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