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Attention, chocolate lovers: You may not be able to help yourselves. Swiss and British scientists have linked the widespread love of chocolate to a chemical "signature" that may be programmed into our metabolic systems.
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Chronic Subdural Hematoma
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Diagnosis & Tests
How is the condition diagnosed?
Diagnosis of a chronic subdural hematoma begins with a complete medical history and physical exam. The doctor may order tests, such as a cranial CT scan. A cranial MRI or cerebral angiogram can also show hematomas. In infants, diagnosis and treatment involve the removal of fluid through a needle inserted in the brain.