What Does My Brain Scan Test Result Indicate?
impression chronic involutional what does it mean
Mild brain shrinking due to age related changes.
Detailed Answer:
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I have read your question and understand your concerns.
Involutional changes found on imaging studies of brain are a feature mainly related to mild brain changes as we age.
There is need for a quantification of these involutional changes, moderate to severe changes may indicate dementia, mild ones usually aren't related to any neurological conditions.
Since the description means impression of involutional changes, it means that there are mild changes.
However, follow up and treatment about any predisposing condition to dementia such high blood pressure, high blood lipids levels, diabetes, avoiding alcohol and smoking is needed.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
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Greetings.
Thanks for the answer
I had the scan because it is thought I might have Parkinsons is this result indicative of that.
I have tremors down the right hand side
Neurologist evaluation needed.
Detailed Answer:
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Impression of involutional changes in brain CT is not indicative of Parkinson's.
Parkinson's disease is a clinical diagnosis, evaluated mainly by Neurologists, in other words, there are no specific tests to confirm it, including imaging studies.
So, consulting a Neurologist should be the next step.
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