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Old 05-26-2009, 09:06 PM
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welcome to NT susie.
i'm sorry for the reason you're here but you've come to the right place.
do you have a good internist or pcp?
they can often coordinate a care team with you and get you referrals.

i'd try to be seen by an MS specialist, even an MS opthamologist.
you can also get MD names from your local MS society (1-800-FIGHT MS).
it does sound like your sx's could be MS but of course the physical exam, history, labwork and tests will need to be done.

a neuro will usually start by ordering labwork to rule out other things that can mimic MS. and, they'll usually order an mri of the brain and possibly the c-spine.

please know that the process of being diagnosed can take some time, there is hope IF you are dx'd with MS. there are 5 approved medications that help to stop progression. and other meds that can prove helpful.

you are your own best advocate and sound like you're doing everthing right.
please also talk to your pcp. start keeping a sx (symptom) journal with dates and sx's. it will prove helpful in tracking your history.

please keep us in the loop. we're here for you.
ps, i'm an RN so understand a bit of biology.
being proactive and gaining knowledge will help decrease your fear.
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