What does this brain MRI test result indicate?
Patient: Can you translate this diagnosis in layman terms please? Brain MRI: Mild brain volume loss and associated mildly diffuse bilateral supratentorial chronic small vessel ischemic changes without superimposed acute infarct, mass, or intracranial hemorrhage. Doctor: Hello!My name is Dr. Aida and I am glad to attend you on Healthcaremagic!These brain MRI findings are suggestive of chronic changes to the brain small vessels and brain aging. They are not indicative of any serious medical condition. These changes are usually related to aging and uncontrolled hypertension, diabetes or dyslipidemia. I would recommend treatment with daily aspirin 80mg if no contraindications. If the patient has memory problems, it would be necessary consulting with a neurologist and performing some cognitive tests to investigate for possible dementia. Hope you will find this information helpful!Kind regards!