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Mild cognitive impairment: What questions to ask the neurologist?

Brain & Nervous System | Last Active: Apr 17 10:02am | Replies (85)
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@lwbarker

I am pleasantly surprised to hear that an MRI can rule out Alzheimer’s or dementia. That’s new to me. And good news for your mother.

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Rachel, Volunteer Mentor | @rwinney | Feb 1 6:34pm

Hi there @lwbarker, thank you for your reply. I was going on what my mom's neurologist shared with me. It's all still quite new to me, too. Learn as I go. Apparently an MRI is a biomarker for detection . Here's some info that breaks down what MRI testing can and can't do regarding Alzheimer's or dementia:

~ https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/alzheimers-symptoms-and-diagnosis/how-biomarkers-help-diagnose-dementia

Hoping the article provides clarity. Have a pleasant evening.

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