hi sam and welcome to NT,

the 1st thing i would encourage you to do is take a few deep breaths.
i remember how stressed i was going thru the dx (diagnosis) process, and it can be a process. you dr will likely take a hx (history) and do a neuro exam.
then he may order tests to rule out other illnesses. often MS is a process of elimination.

it took me 2 mos to get my dx and i consider that to be fast.
briefly and succinctly write down the dates and sx's (symptoms) you have. if you can get to an opthamologist for an eye exam that would be one area to get info on for the neuro. otherwise ask him for a referral to an eye MD or an MS opthamologist.

i agree that taking someone to your appt would be a good thing. another set of ears is helpful. if you've had other test bring the results with you. your dr will find your records helpful.

in the meantime please be gentle with yourself. try to take just 1 day at a time. it doesn't help to think about the future until it happens.
stay in touch with us. we're here to listen and answer your Q's.