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Mri Mra Migraine
An MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scan is a imaging test that uses powerful magnets and radio waves to create pictures of the body. It does not use radiation (x-rays).
Single MRI images are called slices. The images can be stored on a computer or printed on film. One exam produces dozens or sometimes hundreds of images.
For more information, see the specific MRI topics:
Abdominal MRI Chest MRI Cranial MRI Heart MRI
Alternative Names
Magnetic resonance imaging; Nuclear magnetic resonance...
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From Our Experts
Migraines and Unanswered Questions: for Now
Since my last update I have had an MRI / MRA / MRV. I think that's the right name. Basically, I had an MRI with contrast that looked at the... Read more »
12/3/07 #7: Migraines, lesions showing on MRI?
Full Question:I am a 34 year old female. A recent MRI showed 15-20 lesions. The neurologist said that since the lesions were not deep, the... Read more »
1/28/08 #6: Daughter with numbness during Migraine -- do MRI?
Full Question:My daughter is 15 years old and had her first migraine about a month ago. She was at a friend's house when this started.... Read more »
In military. Frequent Migraines, hair loss, MRI?
Full Question: Hey, I've had migraines randomly since 5th grade. I'm 22 years old now in the military and they are more active than ever. I... Read more »
9/3/07 #3: Daughter diagnosed with Migraine without MRI?
Full Question:I took my daughter to the doctor because she is having headaches daily. He said she is having migraines but did not do an... Read more »
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MRI of the head
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A head MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scan of the head is a imaging test that uses powerful magnets and radio waves to create pictures of the brain... Read more »
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a diagnostic technique that provides high quality cross-sectional images of organs and structures within the body... Read more »
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