Hello all,

Sad to be here, but glad to see lots of support. I'm a 32 year old female who within the last 4 months has been experiencing wonderful neurolgical problems. Basic progression was burning in feet, followed by numbness (only the surface of the skin), numbness moved up legs, then affected hands and arms, face and tongue also have altered sensation. I also have weakness that comes and goes in all of my limbs. EMG, spinal tap, MRI of brain, c-spine and t-spine all normal including a battery of blood work. The neurologist i have been seeing just wants to "wait and see" what happens. I am not comfortable with that, seeing as how I seem to be getting worse instead of better. I suspect that I could have small nerve neuropathy since I still have feeling but lessensed sensitivity, but so far no cause in sight.

According to things I've read in the forum, there's still a lot of things that could be checked. I just really want a thorough evaluation and would be willing to travel anywhere in the US (Utah is not known for great neurologists). I've been thinking about going to the Mayo clinic or a special clinic for neuropathy. Anyone have good experiences?

I just have SO much fear and anxiety right now (definitely not helping the situation). I just want to be able to take care of my kids 5,4,1. I think getting a diagnosis would really help me instead of just assuming the worst. Suggestions would be helpful!

Thanks so much!

Marcy