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Have Memory Loss, Balance Problems And Confusion

I recently has a MRI and results were:There are a few tiny bifrontal white matter T2 hyperintensites which are non-specific. Should I be concerned?
I am experience loss of memeory, balance problems, confusion and etc.. I am a 55 year old female with a history of Epilpesy in the past.
Sat, 25 Jan 2014
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these are non specific changes which usually seen at this age. there is nothing to worry about it. i think, u r towards dementia. All feature of put into mild cognitive impairment which if progress could lead dementia. u should consult a neurologist for proper evaluation and treatment. Ur problem may be at early stage, currently nothing to worry. Only for future aspect, consult a neurologist.

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Have Memory Loss, Balance Problems And Confusion

hi thanks for using healthcare magic these are non specific changes which usually seen at this age. there is nothing to worry about it. i think, u r towards dementia. All feature of put into mild cognitive impairment which if progress could lead dementia. u should consult a neurologist for proper evaluation and treatment. Ur problem may be at early stage, currently nothing to worry. Only for future aspect, consult a neurologist. Thanks