Hi LoveCats,
Spinal cord lesions, in MS, are well known for causing mobility problems. Spinal cord lesions can cause symptoms from the point of lesion down.
When I was diagnosed, oh so many years ago, I did not have any MRI evidence of MS. I was diagnosed based on a positive Lumbar Puncture, Neurological exam and symptoms. I was in a severe exacerbation.
My Neurologist said based on my symptoms the disease was affecting the spinal cord.
My MRI of the cervical spinal cord I had few years ago showed numerous (too many to count) lesions. My brain only 3. At this time my cervical spinal cord has a very countable 3 and my brain MRI has no changes.
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No relapses but I am getting progressively worse in my walking, strength and coordination. Have a permanently numb feeling in my left foot as if it would be swollen but it isn't.
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I would hope your neuro has recommended Physical Therapy and/or exercise to regain or try and maintain your walking, strength and coordination. If not please be pro active in discussing this issue with him.
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I have had problems for the past 10 years and have been diagnosed CIS.
I just had a repeat brain mri and a cervical spine mri. From what I can read on the report the brain is still clear but the cervical spine has several lesions. These join the 'numerous' thoracic spinal lesions I have.
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My doctor who is an ms specialist says I am a 'hard' case to figure out.
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Ten years, in my opinion, is a long time to leave you sitting with a CIS diagnosis. I am wondering if he just can't get off the fence
You might consider seeking a second opinion that might be able to confirm a MS diagnosis or take you in a different direction.
Best wishes.