Thanks all,

Hi Pixel - It's almost impossible to speak to a specialist doctor here unless you have a diagnosis and are a patient. Typically you get referred back to your GP, who you can speak to at any time but who wouldn't be able to schedule specialist tests.

I may try speaking to his secretary and asking for her advice. Unfortunately they can be as blunt and unhelpful as doctors.

Thanks KatLC - I'm not quite at the stage of needing to go to the ER. If i did I would get discharged immediately. Even if I lost the ability to walk I think I would drag myself somehow to my GP in the first instance. If I lose the ability to use my arms then yes, straight to the ER.

Neuropathy was not mentioned at all during the consultation, either by me or the doctor. I refrained from mentioning it due to not wishing to impose my view although I was aware of it. Im not very persistent and sometimes feel I'm ignored as a result.

Will have a think