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How To Treat Severe Blockages In The Brain Nerve?
I have 80-90% blockage in brain and was told they cannot operate because of where it is at. told to get things in order. I just turned 69. I have had several tias in the past and one most recently in march of this year and hospitalized. They took lots of tests and told me the news.
Fri, 31 Jan 2020
Hello,
Surgery may not be possible at this age. Stenting and other minimally invasive procedure may be attempted. Consult a neurologist and he will direct you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
Surgery may not be possible at this age. Stenting and other minimally invasive procedure may be attempted. Consult a neurologist and he will direct you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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