ATROPHY - PLS.ADVICE URGENTLY

[raj0]

A person who is not able to Carry a reasonable weight from  right hand & frequently loose the leg balance of right leg & also having some speech problem.so we visited to Neurologist doctor. In the first visit itself, neurologist asked to do MRI-Brain & Blood test.Then after, we visited neurologist along with reports, doctor told after showing all the 7 reports of brain that patient's small brain (Little brain) is Weak that's why all these problems are there. This problem remains permanent of Loosing balance,co-ordination & even speech problem & sometime childhood behaviour.there is no effective medicine.Blood test report was normal. MRI REPORT as under.
1)Significant Atrophy of the Superior Vermis with mild prominence of cerebellar foliae and IV the Ventricle is noted. Impression:-Significant atrophy of the superior vermis with mild atrophy of cerebellar hemispheres.Finding are most likely due to neuro degeneration.
What is the exact meaning of above report , please brief & if any treatment pls.advice

[raj0]

Thank you for prompt reply.
As per MRI Report, Is this Atrophy is still progressive ?
Is this decease called Cerebellar Palsy?
Please advice urgently.

Thanks & regards.

[Dr Rajgopal]

Hi,
In simple words, atrophy means loss of cells. In brain tissue, atrophy is significant by a loss of neurons or brain cells and the connections between them. Atrophy can be generalized, meaning that all of the brain is shrinking; or it can be localised, affecting only a limited area of the brain and resulting in a decrease of the functions controlled by that area of the brain. If the cerebral hemispheres or the two lobes of the brain that form the cerebrum are affected, conscious thought and voluntary processes may be impaired. Unfortunately there is no cure for the brain atrophy. Excellent nutrition consisting of supplements of multivitamins, multiminerals, calcium and Omega 3 fatty acids; and exercises of brain may help to delay the progression of the disease. Intellectual activities like reading, crossword puzzles, socialising and group activities may help in delaying the progression. Hope this helps you. Take care and regards.