What causes lesions in the frontal lobe?
What causes lesions in the frontal lobe?
The cause of frontal lobe disorders includes an array of diseases ranging from closed head trauma (that may cause orbitofrontal cortex damage) to cerebrovascular disease, tumors compressing the frontal lobe, and neurodegenerative disease.
Are brain lesions common with MS?
The researchers used MRI scans to observe brain lesion shrinkage in 192 people with MS. They found that people with relapsing-remitting MS, the most common type of MS, had the highest number of new lesions. However, the lesions atrophied at higher rates in people with more severe progressive forms of MS.
Where do MS lesions appear on the brain?
Classically, the MRI shows lesions in the white matter deep in the brain near the fluid spaces of the brain (the ventricles). The test may also show changes in the cortex or near the cortex. MRI can also show changes in the brainstem and in the spinal cord.
How do you diagnose frontal lobe damage?
Frontal lobe damage can sometimes be diagnosed with imaging scans. In other cases, a neuropsychological evaluation may be necessary. Treatment for frontal lobe damage can include medication, surgery, rehabilitation, or therapy.
Do all frontal lobe lesions require treatment?
No, all frontal lobe lesions do not need treatment – depends on the type and size of the lesion. What lesion do you or the patient have? Can you post the MRI report?
What might be causing a severe frontal lobe pain?
The frontal lobe headache can also be caused by a sinus infection or various allergies. It could be the result of spending too much time reading or looking at a computer screen. Various eating habits (1) can trigger the frontal lobe headache pain like consuming too much alcohol especially red wine and processed meat.
What are symptoms of frontal lobe dysfunction?
Damage to the frontal lobe of the brain causes a range of symptoms, including motor weakness and behavioral problems. The frontal lobe is a relatively large lobe of the brain, extending from the front of the brain almost halfway towards the back of the brain.
Can frontal lobe epilepsy be cured?
Approximately 30% of patients with frontal lobe epilepsy will be refractory to multiple medications, and they may require evaluation for resective surgery. Other options include dietary therapy (ketogenic diet or modified Atkins diet), vagal nerve stimulation, or responsive neurostimulation.
