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What Do These Lab Report Indicate?

Posted on Fri, 8 Sep 2017

Question: AGE RELATED CORTICAL ATROPHY WITH PERIVENTRICULAR WHITE MATTERISCHEMIC / DEMYELINATING CHANGES AND LACUNAR INFARCTS IN LEFT CAPSULO - GANGLONIC REGION.

Answered by Dr. Neeraj Kumar (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Continue treatment and be in regular follow up

Detailed Answer:
Hello
I have gone through your question and understand your concern.
There is evidence of brain damage related to hypertension and contributed by heart disease.
The drugs are OK.
Regular blood pressure monitoring is required to control hypertension.
Regular exercise and food rich in fruits with less salt is advised.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back to me for further information.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Kampana

Follow up: Dr. Neeraj Kumar (1 hour later)

Dear Sir,

thanks you your suggestion and immediate relief.
Sir, the patient My father, is also having problems which I forgot to mention. for last two days if he is standing for more than 25-30 min, is becoming little unstable as his right leg becoming little loose/ weak along with his right hand too. for short time it's ok.
pls suggest

Answered by Dr. Neeraj Kumar (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Likely weakness due to stroke

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
He has sustained a stroke which was noticed.
The weakness may be mild but is not able to sustain weight for long while standing.
Ecosprin can be increased to 150 mg daily at bed time.
Wishing him good health and early recovery.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj