What Will Be The Results Of Spinal Tap Done For Slurred Speech?
I have experienced a progressive condition that started out with hoarseness then progressed to slurred speech and difficulty swallowing. I ve had 2 MRIs without and one MRI with. They show no damage from a stroke. The doctor has ordere a spinal tap to check for infections. What are the symptoms of a spinal fluid YYYY@YYYY ?
spinal fluid examination is a simple test done by use of a lumbar puncture needle. It is called CSF examination. It is used as a diagnostic method for detection of any meningitis/ meningoencephalitis/ demyelinating disorder of brain.
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What Will Be The Results Of Spinal Tap Done For Slurred Speech?
spinal fluid examination is a simple test done by use of a lumbar puncture needle. It is called CSF examination. It is used as a diagnostic method for detection of any meningitis/ meningoencephalitis/ demyelinating disorder of brain.