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Diffused Micro Vascular Ischemic Changes. Severe Memory Issues. Anything Serious?

My Mother is 73 just had an MRI with contrast findings were diffuse microvascular Ischemic changes is on aricept and lexapro . Neurologist is not very forthcoming is this alzheimers has sever memory issues and as a family we need to know what to expect. no diagnosis given. seems reluctanct to talk in front of my mother doesn t want to aggitate her. Her frustration level is high. But we need some answers. can you help
Wed, 12 Dec 2012
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Hi,

Thank you for posting your query.

Alzheimer's disease is a progressive disease characterised by memory loss and loss of other cognitive functions. It is a clinical diagnosis (based on the assessment of brain functions by a doctor). MRI can help in diagnosis, but is not specific for Alzheimer's disease.

Please discuss with your neurologist regarding the diagnosis and prognosis of your mother's illness. I am sure he would help you and your family.

Best wishes,
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (Neurology)
Senior Consultant Neurologist
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Diffused Micro Vascular Ischemic Changes. Severe Memory Issues. Anything Serious?

Hi, Thank you for posting your query. Alzheimer s disease is a progressive disease characterised by memory loss and loss of other cognitive functions. It is a clinical diagnosis (based on the assessment of brain functions by a doctor). MRI can help in diagnosis, but is not specific for Alzheimer s disease. Please discuss with your neurologist regarding the diagnosis and prognosis of your mother s illness. I am sure he would help you and your family. Best wishes, Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (Neurology) Senior Consultant Neurologist