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Old 10-05-2016, 11:31 AM
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I definitely would complain to the hospital about getting someone else's lab results given to you, on paper! That is a huge HIPAA violation. There are some serious, and costly, consequences for violating HIPAA.

From your first post, it sounds like the neuro was saying the weakness may be from something else other than your MS. It didn't sound like she was saying you don't have MS. I would ask her about that. Steroids don't always work well for exacerbations. My old neuro doesn't use steroids for spinal flares. Apparently, they are not as effective. From what I understand, they are most effective for ON. If anything effects my eyes, I will definitely use steroids. So, the weakness may continue for you and still be an MS flare or pseudo-exacerbation.

I am glad you are going to see a new neuro. Hopefully, your appointment will be pushed up to a closer date. Hang in there and let us know how you are doing.
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