Brain atrophy Symptoms, Treatment Directions and Related Departments

Disease overview

Brain atrophy refers to the reduction in the volume of brain tissue compared to normal. It is an imaging finding that can occur due to natural aging in older adults or be caused by trauma or disease....

Detailed description

Brain atrophy refers to the reduction in the volume of brain tissue compared to normal. It is an imaging finding that can occur due to natural aging in older adults or be caused by trauma or disease. The main symptoms depend on which area of the brain is affected and may include dementia, seizures, difficulty speaking, and difficulty understanding language.

Disease information

Disease name

Brain atrophy

English name

Brain atrophy

Related departments

Neurology

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