Diffuse cerebral atrophy of the brain is common in old age people indicates generalized loss of brain cells which may result in impairment of memory and intellectual functioning.Reasons are plenty including old stroke, movement disorders , Alzheimer's,old injuries .You have not mentioned the reason why he is admitted in the hospital.Morever any pre-existing conditions greatly influence the condition. there's no specific cure for it , symptomatic and supportive therapy are very important.
Answered2023-05-09 05:42:21
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