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Old 07-31-2012, 11:46 AM #1
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Wish me luck. I'm a little nervous about it.

What do you think the chances are of this being enough to get a diagnosis (already had mris/bloodwork)? That's just wishful thinking I guess, but I'm not sure what other tests are common that I haven't had other than evoked potentials?
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What do you think the chances are of this being enough to get a diagnosis (already had mris/bloodwork)?
Hi yeti,

Chances of a MS diagnosis from a Lumbar Puncture(LP) (spinal tap)? Depends on what the result shows

I received a definte diagnosis of MS (a long time ago) after my LP, which came back positive for o-bands. My diagnosis was based on the positive LP, neuro exam and symptoms. Every other test I had came back either inconclusive or negative.

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i was dx'd from the mri and lp.
hang in there. it takes time to go thru all the tests.
remember to stay well hydrated before and after the lp. it will help you feel better.

IF you get a headache contact your dr right away for treatment.

good luck. keep us posted.
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Best of luck! Let us know how it goes...inquiring minds want to know!
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I was DXed with a Myeleogram/LP in 1976....no MRIs back then...no nothing back then..

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Thanks everyone, especially for the hydration tip.

The symptoms match MS almost to a tee, including multiple episodes (without MRIs). Multiple lesions on the cervical MRI, but none visible on the brain. Bloodwork ruled out everything that blood work rules out. Lumbar puncture here we come!
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