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What Does Cyst In Maxillary Sinus And Abnormal Signals In Mastoid Region Mean?

I have mu MRI of brain Following are conclusive statements found in reports. 1.Retension cyst in left maxillary sinus. 2.abnormal signals found in left mastoid region. 3.Isointense on T1SW and hyperintense on T2SW. Please suggest either it is normal or otherwise as i have problems in my muscles and body balance since two three months.Regards.
Tue, 5 Aug 2014
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The cyst in maxillary sinus can be due to an infection and can cause headache or facial painn and abnormal signals in the mastoid (region behind the ear ) can be due to an old ear infection and may be causing your balance problems. Please meet your ent doctor for further evaluation and treatment.

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What Does Cyst In Maxillary Sinus And Abnormal Signals In Mastoid Region Mean?

hello The cyst in maxillary sinus can be due to an infection and can cause headache or facial painn and abnormal signals in the mastoid (region behind the ear ) can be due to an old ear infection and may be causing your balance problems. Please meet your ent doctor for further evaluation and treatment. Take care