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Mri Of Brain

MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) of the brain is a diagnostic technique that uses magnetic field and radio waves to produce images of the brain and brain stem. It is a safe and painless method. An MRI can detect cysts, tumors, bleeding, swelling, infections, inflammation, aneurysms, and developmental deformities of the brain.

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Can several tiny t2 and flair signal abnormalities in my MRI report be due to head trauma?

Query: Hi doctor, In a 31-year-old female with a height of 5.2 feet and a weight of 180 pounds, there are several tiny t2 and flair signal abnormalities predominantly within the subcortical white matter of the cerebral hemispheres in her MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) results. She is currently taking Est...  Read Full »


Dr. Aida Abaz Quka

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read carefully your MRI report (attachment removed to protect patient identity) and would explain that these findings do not have clinical significance. They could be related to birth hypoxia or migraine. I would like to know the medical history of the patient. Doe...  Read Full »

Why do I hear low sound from my ears? Is it normal to hear it?

Query: Hi doctor, Sometimes when I concentrate in a silent room, I can hear a low sound from my ears. I went for a checkup, and there was nothing wrong in my ear. The doctor told me that the sound occurred because of hair cells and said to me that it is normal. What is hair cells? Is it normal to notice i...  Read Full »


Dr. Mohammed Osama Aboborda

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Hair cells are hearing cells inside the inner ears provided with cilia, and when vibrated, it stimulates auditory impulses. Yes, these cells have a unique sound, and it will not be audible to us. It needs a high technology device to pick it. Tinnitus has a lot of causes...  Read Full »

My mother is unconscious with high BP and sugar. Is it possible to do MRI now?

Query: Hi doctor, My mother is 65 years old. She is suffering from high blood pressure and high sugar levels. As a result of this, she fell unconscious and her brain has some small blockages and damages. Please help.  Read Full »


Dr. Lalit R. Bansal

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I examined the computed tomography (CT) scan report (attachment removed to protect patient identity) and clinical assessment. My findings are: On CT scan, I noticed that your mother had1.97x1.57 inch infarct (stroke). The reason for her to fall unconscious might be becau...  Read Full »

I am having sensation issues on face after stroke. Please advise.

Query: Hello doctor, Six months back, I had a bad sinus infection with a cough that caused a left internal carotid artery dissection. I had a stroke as well that left infarcts on my left parietal lobe and caused problems with my speech and I was not able to use my cellphone correctly. Thankfully I had no l...  Read Full »


Dr. Lalit R. Bansal

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Post stroke, during periods of illness, fever, cold, etc., previous symptoms of stroke may reappear but to lesser degree. They usually go away as the illness resolve. It does not mean you have new stroke. With left parietal stroke, one can expect sensory symptoms over ri...  Read Full »

What are the MRI findings for ice pick headaches?

Query: Hi doctor, I have been having ice pick headaches. Hence, I went for an MRI scan and regular blood tests. Now, I am wondering whether my report is normal. Can you please guide me? Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Vivek Chail

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The attached MRI images (attachment removed to protect patient identity) showed normal findings. There are many pictures which have not been attached. However, I wish to have a look at the complete set of pictures for an accurate interpretation of your MRI scan brain...  Read Full »

I have non-specific foci in my MRI reports. Please review.

Query: Hi doctor, I am 50 years old. I had an magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of my brain. The reason for MRI was tinnitus. I received my report. There are white matter foci of increased T2 intensity. It is related to a microvascular ischemic disease. I also had an MRI before five years. I did MRI because...  Read Full »


Dr. Aida Abaz Quka

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. These MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) findings do not indicate any serious medical condition (attachment removed to protect patient identity). They could be related to small vessels with chronic changes, arterial hypertension or a migraine. Th...  Read Full »

I am diagnosed with meningioma. Is it serious?

Query: Hi doctor, I have been diagnosed with a 5 x 5 x 3 mm meningioma in the superior frontal gyrus towards the cranial vertex. I would like to know if this will kill me or shorten my life. I also want information about anything regarding this, for example, recurrence, regrowth, etc.  Read Full »


Dr. Solanki Chirag Natwarbhai

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You need not worry about meningioma. It is a benign and slow growing tumor. The present size is also very small. You only need to follow it up with serial scans every year. If it increases in size or causes symptoms, then only treatment is required for that. Thank you...  Read Full »

I am experiencing worsening headaches. Please review.

Query: Hello doctor, I would like to know if there appears to be any indication of a parasitic infection, specifically, cerebral sparganosis? I am waiting on getting the ELISA antibody test for sparganosis, and have been having worsening headaches and moving/squirming sensations in my head?  Read Full »


Dr. Vivek Chail

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Cerebral sparganosis is a rare parasitic infection due to a parasite named spirometra mansoni and when there is a parasitic infestation of the brain tissues. There are particular features like small tunnels in the brain tissues, areas of edema, and in some cases the ...  Read Full »

Kindly interpret the results of my MRI that was taken twice.

Query: Hi doctor, I have a neurology-related question. I have anxiety disorder and depression. I have had two brain magnetic resonance imaging (MRIs) in the last two months and wanted to discuss those. My first brain MRI said 'non-specific increased T2 and flair'. The above finding did not come in the seco...  Read Full »


Dr. Aida Abaz Quka

Answer: Hello, 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 differ...  Read Full »

My father is taking medication for headaches. Please review.

Query: Hi doctor, My father is 70 years old, and he had severe headaches and nausea a few weeks ago, so the doctor ordered an MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) brain. Based on the results, he is taking some medications and is doing well. I want a second opinion, just to be sure that there are no other issu...  Read Full »


Dr. J. Mariano Anto Bruno Mascarenhas

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query and the reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity) with diligence and would like you to know, that I am here to help you. There is intermitted narrowing of the right vertebral artery.Can you please specify what drugs are being ...  Read Full »

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