What Is Encephalopathy?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
7. How Is Encephalopathy Diagnosed?
If you think you or someone you love may have encephalopathy, visit your doctor as soon as possible. He or she will most likely ask you detailed questions about your symptoms and medical history. Your physician may then perform a medical examination to check for symptoms of brain disease.
If encephalopathy is suspected, your doctor may use a variety of methods to diagnose it. Diagnostic procedures may include a CT or MRI scan to detect abnormalities in the brain or blood tests to look for underlying bacteria, toxins or diseases. Your doctor may also perform a spinal tap to inspect a sample of your spinal fluid or take an electroencephalogram to measure your brain’s electrical activity.
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