Optic neuritis and hearing loss -MS?

[Laura28]

Hello- I'm a 31 year old female. I had optic neuritis about 5 years ago, was tested for MS, results were within normal limits. Now I have sensorineural hearing loss with tinnitus, again all tests were within normal limits. My ENT is stumped, told me to follow up with the neurologist I saw 5 years ago.
I'm curious if my symptoms could be an early sign of MS, even when my tests (including MRI) are normal??

[ElliotB]

Hi Laura and welcome to TIMS. Was the neurologist you saw a MS specialist? If not, that is who you need to see.

I am not sure if you are aware that a small number of people with MS have normal MRIs I am not saying you have MS, but since you suspect MS, it may be a good idea to see a neurologist that is a MS specialist.

Hope you are feeling better soon!

[Laura28]

I'm not entirely sure, but I will look into that. Thanks for the suggestion!