MRI brain translation. HELP!!

[vbridge42]

Hi!! I had an MRI of my brain a few weeks ago. I've had a copy of the letter sent from the stroke consultant (was admited with possible stroke symptoms but they then thought it was a possible migraine) to the Neurologist.
This is the report:
"MRI of the brain showed an unusual lesion involving the right parietal cortical grey and sub cortical white matter and the vessel imaging was within normal limits. Subsequent MRI with contrast showed unusual subcortical and cortical lesion at the right supramarginal gyrus with localised dense cluster of T2/FLAIR high signal punctuate/microcystic abnormalities in the sub and cortical region of the right supra-marginal gyrus with further smaller satellite clusters in the vacinity".
Any ideas for a translation would be very much appreciated! I'm 42, female had 2 epileptic seizures (1 grand mal) in 12 years. Otherwise reasonably fit and healthy. Thank you- Vicki xx

[Porkette]

Hi Vicki,

Welcome to the forum! I can tell you that a lesion is a change in the structure of a persons brain or any organ do to injury or medical condition.
The grey and white matter they are talking about is an area that is protecting you brain from being injured called the cerebal cortex and this is the area of your brain where they have possibly found scar tissue or brain damage from the stroke or other medical issues.
I will tell you that the best thing for you to do is to see an Epileptologist instead of a neuro. because these Drs. know much more about epilepsy and how the brain works. I've had epilepsy for 40 yrs. and after seeing many different neuros. I got the best help from an Epileptologist this Dr. can also help you with your stroke and any other neurology problems you might have. Try taking vitamin B12 1000 mcg. once a day this will help calm the nerves, cut back on caffeine, starch foods and carbs because this will trigger seizures for some people. To see an Epileptologist you have to go to a University hospital or a very large hospital. You can have your family Dr. refer you to one if you want to see one. Also have them do a DNA test on you this will show what meds will help you the most with the least side effects. I wish you only the best and May God Bless You!

Sue

[vbridge42]

Originally Posted by Porkette

Hi Vicki,

Welcome to the forum! I can tell you that a lesion is a change in the structure of a persons brain or any organ do to injury or medical condition.
The grey and white matter they are talking about is an area that is protecting you brain from being injured called the cerebal cortex and this is the area of your brain where they have possibly found scar tissue or brain damage from the stroke or other medical issues.
I will tell you that the best thing for you to do is to see an Epileptologist instead of a neuro. because these Drs. know much more about epilepsy and how the brain works. I've had epilepsy for 40 yrs. and after seeing many different neuros. I got the best help from an Epileptologist this Dr. can also help you with your stroke and any other neurology problems you might have. Try taking vitamin B12 1000 mcg. once a day this will help calm the nerves, cut back on caffeine, starch foods and carbs because this will trigger seizures for some people. To see an Epileptologist you have to go to a University hospital or a very large hospital. You can have your family Dr. refer you to one if you want to see one. Also have them do a DNA test on you this will show what meds will help you the most with the least side effects. I wish you only the best and May God Bless You!

Sue

Hi Sue; thank you for your advice, it's very much appreciated x

[Darlene]

Vicki,

It is great to have you come and be with us. You will fine a great number of dear friends to listen when you are in need of ears. Please let us know how we can help you out. You will find out we are supportive and relaxing place. Happy to see Sue has been here to head you in the right direction.

Please keep us up to date on her condition. Again welcome, looking forward to seeing you around. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Darlene