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This is what my EEG report sayss
«"The EEG was obtained using the International 10–20 system of electrode placement.
The patient was awake during the entire recording.
Provocative techniques in the form of hyperventilation and photic stimulation were used.
The background activity consists of waves with a frequency above 13 Hz in most leads.
A few spikes and sharp waves were present in the recording.
No generalized seizure activity was present during the procedure.
Impression: This is an abnormal EEG. Please correlate clinically.
Not for medico-legal purposes.
Advised: Neuroimaging for complete evaluation."»
Unfortunately, I can't afford an MRI right now.
Should I be worried about these findingss? Can someone explain what this report means in laymen terms?
Also, could these EEG findings be related to cognitive issues such as problems with memory, concentration, or thinking?
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MRI is required for evaluation.
Any history of seizures you have ?
Next Steps
Try for MRI and repeat EEG
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Inform person who is nearby you that you have a tendency for seizures. Avoid waterbodies, driving and nearby fire for 6 months.
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Trying to answer something as important as the implications of a positive EEG without any previous information about history or a neurological examination would be negligent. Please consult a/ the same Neurologist who would have asked you to get an EEG done.
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Neurology consultation.
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Hi, i would suggest you to go for mri brain screening to correlate these findings., and later take consultation to know how this report is significant. As without knowing the cause for this we would be unable to comment it’s significance with the history provided
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