But that doesn't get us any closer to the 'end' of the problem as DEFINITIONS are merely that for 'NOW'. What is much more important is HOW any neuro takes that 'ideo' aspect and dig into it further FOR A PATIENT's BENEFIT!
Do we have to say only 'some things' to neuros and not others just to prod their curiousity? Or intelligence or whatever? At times, being totally and honestly candid can and is detrimental. Pity really. If all were 'out'? It could be detrimental to our overall and ultimate long-term care and treatments. Geesh! Finding a doc you can TRUST and then going thru all tests and then deciding treatments followed by any new and NOT exciting other issues that arise simultaneously or concurrently? Well, it can be overwhelming! When new 'wrinkles' arise, see if there are connections to your current problems. Takes lots of detective work! And Nide44 and Mrs D are superb in this quarter!
Do consider that any neuro diagnosis is a sum of IF this's, then THAT's? Which may or may not BE the final end of the road. At times KNOWING what your diagnosis IS? Can be a 'comfort'. At other times? It can be a prison in that YOU do not allow/consider a whole slew of other factors that can contribute to whatever you have NOW.
However, one caveat - and it is important to note. My own neuro? Each office visit for the last 18 months he's put a 'different' diagnosis at the top of each check-out sheet! Does that ever keep me on MY toes! The different 'phrases' mean different, but similar problems. But each has a nuance that seems to be apparent during THAT office visit? I'd like to 'think' that HE is constantly thinking about all those 'nuances' and not just waffling?
Each neuro problem overlaps soo many others! Keep faith and keep at it! 's - j