--one of the problems with neurological symptoms is that the exact same subjective impression of symptoms can ultimately stem from problems with the spine or nerve roots, or from problems with the peripheral nerves--those outside the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord)--or even both simultaneously. Therefore, unless there's obvious evidence--spinal compromise due to trauma, for example--it often takes a considerable amount of testing to find a cause, if one can indeed be found. (It's very much a process of elimination/exclusion.)

A lot of us like to use the Liza Jane spreadhseets, which are about as comprehensive a listing of testing for neurological symptoms, based on type, that can be devised (and the spreadsheets are also good for tracking results over time, to look for patterns):

www.lizajane.org

Glenna, thank you. I actually found the Liza Jane spreadsheets on this site before I went for my first neuro appt and took them with me. Another helpful tip I learned from this site was to ask for a copy of all tests results before leaving the dr. office. I keep everything in a notebook. The people on this site are absolutely wonderful!

HI Sheila, I too have had prickles in my face. It is very scary and annoying. You are not alone. I just had an MRI of my brain also. I don't know the results yet either. I am a teacher also. I am still nervous about going back. Are you still planning on going back? Best of luck sheila!! Danielle

Danielle, yes I am returning, but I am leaving the classroom for the library. I'm really excited about the change! How my body reacts to the changes is yet to be seen. Our professional development begins tomorrow and the students begin next Monday.

Good luck on the new position. Did you get the mri results back? I am sorry your husband is not more understanding. Have you thought of therapy together?

My MRI results were ok. I do have 4 white spots, but the dr. says they are nothing to worry about. I'll have another MRI done in 6 mths for comparison. I go to the rheumotologist tomorrow for help with the arthritis.

I get some of these feelings too. I also get the stinging pain in various portions of my body.

I am on 1800 mg gabapentin per day.

The only thing I found helpful other than the pain pills is applying ice to face. I have a frozen water bottle and I apply it to areas of face and head that feel funny.

I get the pinpricks on my lips, nose, and chin too. I don't have any good advice to help these symptoms though. Sorry.