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I am not an expert at this, as I am still in the process of figuring out what is going on my own body. But, from what I understand, the process of getting to the diagnosis of MS is a process of exclusion. Meaning if you are found to have any other problem along the way, that problem needs to be addr...

I forgot to report that my labs in regards to nutrition were all ok. I don't have the specifics because I forgot to ask for a copy when I was there. But I will get this info and report it here so you all can let me know what is missing.

Thanks.

Tomorrow is the next step on my journey to figuring this out. I am having a lumbar puncture. I have been told to have someone else drive me, to arrive well hydrated, expect to lie flat for an hour afterwards and then to take it easy the rest of the day. What else can you tell me about this procedure...

My vitamin D has been tested and found to be low, that is why I take the supplement. However, I am not aware of B12 having been tested. I will ask about that at my appointment. I have not evaluated my diet before. Where do I find information about the necessary nutrients, and how do I determine if I...

He examined me (nominally), and determined my strength and reflexes are intact. If your Neurological exam/evaluation is normal MS becomes less likely. Really? he had me squeeze his hands and he checked my patellar reflexes, that's all he did. Those things were normal. So, from that I can conclude t...

I appreciate the replies. I have been on vitamin D supplements for a couple of years. I take 5000 IU of Vitamin D3. what is the typical recommended dose for neurologic issues? I will learn about the McDonald criteria. What is the difference between a lesion and a plaque? The neurosurgeon identified ...

I am not yet diagnosed. But I expect this is the direction my road is traveling. I apologize for the long post, and I appreciate anyone who is willing to read it and contribute their thoughts. I started having symptoms in late January. My right foot was going numb. Well, not entirely numb. I couldn'...