PLease if you can??? - Multiple Sclerosis Message Board

monkey5 · 02-15-2009, 05:52 PM

Hi there, i am always tortured with pain and alot of the times i can't stand up straight, leg problems, foot ect. all on the left side. What tests are out there to diagnosis MS? If you can help? What kind of doctor do i get referred to that would diagnosis this? Iam just searching for answers to my pain! I have learned to live my life but most days especially with pt is a nightmare!
Thanks Monkey

Carol72 · 02-15-2009, 06:33 PM

You need to get yourself to a neurologist....that's who (if you have it) would diagnose MS.

The first tests will be MRIs of your brain and spine (thoracic....middle spine, and cervical...neck area). You will also most likely have blood tests conducted to look for any abnormalities or other blood-borne disorders. Lastly, a lumbar puncture or spinal tap may be performed. There are other tests that may come later (evoked potentials, EMG or ENG tests), but I suspect that MRIs are going to be the first line of tests.

What area of the country do you live in?

monkey5 · 02-15-2009, 07:05 PM

carol, thanks for the reply! I am in Southeaster MI, US. I saw a Neurologist about a year ago. He claimed basically that i did not have pain ect. After first and only appt. Go figure!
Thanks Melissa

Carol72 · 02-15-2009, 07:23 PM

That's certainly interesting how he came to that conclusion without performing any tests...

Find a neurologist that will put you through the testing...that will be your first step to getting some answers. Good luck, we are here to help you through your journey!

monkey5 · 02-15-2009, 08:36 PM

carol. i did remeber he did do an updated EMG that came back fine, is that unusual? And all i know is my body doesn't want to work right and it hurts and i'm only 37 and feel like a little old lady even though i am not sure what thats like!
thanks, monkey