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What Does Calcification Noted In Left Occipital Region Mean?

Hi Sir i have done ct brain scaning to my mom. In govt. Hospital they are saying that its normal. But in report i found calcification noted in left occipital region and TINY HYPODENSITY NOTED IN LEFT CAUDATE NUCLEUS LIKELY LACUNAR INFARCT . What its means and any problem with this. Please explain.
Fri, 29 Mar 2019
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Hello,

It is an age-related change and does not require any treatment. If you develop any symptoms like seizure or headaches you can seek help from a neurologist.

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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What Does Calcification Noted In Left Occipital Region Mean?

Hello, It is an age-related change and does not require any treatment. If you develop any symptoms like seizure or headaches you can seek help from a neurologist. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician