Mark,

I am concerned about your reaction to nicotine/alcohol. Sensitivity such as this is often a sign of CNS impairment/damage. Toxicity can certainly produce such damage. I did not see your age -- may have missed it -- so that may be a factor. The younger you are, without a history of significant substance use, the more I would be concerned.

If I understand correctly, you are having follow-up tests in 4 months. That sounds like a long time. In any event, I would make it a priority to determine if you are receiving adequate diagnostic service at the present time. There is a lot of info here that could help you figure that out -- you have already been directed to the LJ charts, for instance. And you can certainly ask more questions to help in your determination.

Oh -- I just went back and see that the 4 month wait probably can't be changed under your system. You might want to post a little more about what feedback you have received so far . . . as well as other personal and medical background info.

rafi