Posted by SLS on March 28, 2006, at 6:33:30
In reply to Re: What does MRI hyperintensity mean in the brain » SLS, posted by Phillipa on March 27, 2006, at 21:46:12
> Scott how can you leak cerebral spinal fluid to your brain that is the only way to get through the blood brain barrier.
I'm not entirely sure. I imagine any kind of insult where there is structural damage can allow for an accumulation of fluid.
> Are you talking tumor?
No. It seems that people with certain brain disorders, including bipolar disorder and major depressive disorder can demonstrate hyperintensities in white matter (myelinated neurons), particularly in the frontal regions. It is more prevalent in the elderly.
> had two taps to check for the bacterium.
Damned spirochetes. What were the results?
I had three lumbar punctures performed while I was at the NIMH - the guinea pig that I am.
- Scott
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