
MRI Results Showed White Spots On Brain. Two Evoke Tests Negative. Joints Feel Stiff And Sore. Could I Have Lymes Disease?

I do not think you got Lyme disease
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Hi and thanks for the query,
The clinical scenario and test results to me are not in favor of Lyme,s disease. Absence of living in a tick infested or deer/forest region, absence of notion of classical lyme lesion which is screen redness (Erythema migrans), joint disease or heart disease, this makes the possibility of Lyme disease very very low.
I would not actually love to associate the symptoms to Multiple sclerosis neither, considering the the results of the MRI and lumbar tap.
I would suggest you get a consultation now from an internist. Depending on the clinical results, the opinion of a neurologist or rheumatologist could be sought. Thanks and kind regards. Feel free asking further questions if need be. Wishing you the best of health.
Bain LE, MD.


You are right, but I suggest a physiotherapist,rhu
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Hi and thanks for the query,
I am happy for the clarification. I am afraid you might have to consult your neurologist once again. It s true that you live in a deer infested area, it is possible that you should have Lyme disease. The clinical scenario and lab tests are actually not convincing in this regard, but I think its a possibility however.
I would suggest you get to work with a physiotherapist. I think physiotherapy could be of use in this case. It might look absurd, but I think and have seen it help many people.
The specialist you need to see in my humble opinion now is a rheumatologist. My idea now for me I think you need top see a rheumatologist and a physiotherapist. Thanks and hope this helps as I wish you the best of health. Do not hesitate asking further questions if need be.
Thanks and kind regards.
Bain LE, MD.


physiotherapists are board certified.
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Hi and thanks for the query,
I am afraid I might not know specific names of physiotherapists. Physiotherapists however use physical , non invasive, exercise and relaxing techniques to alleviate pain, cramps, stiffness and at times stress. They are of course well trained and board certified.
The opinion of a rheumatologist in your remains a priority. You might have to actually check around and book an appointment with a rheumatologist nearby. Thanks for the query and kind regards. Wishing you good health.
Bain LE, MD.


I have lived with a great deal of stress for many years do to a difficult marriage which came to an end with the husband walking out and filing for divorce. That was concluded in 2009.
I do think an MRI of the cervical spin is needed to see what is going on in the spine and neck? Do you agree??
Chiropractor, Physiotherapist, could all help
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Hi and thanks for the query,
I do agree that an MRI of the spine could help. However, I do believe a more holistic approach is need to better understand what is going on. Rheumatologic diseases generally have symptoms or impacts in multiple structures of the body at a time. It is very possible therefore, considering the context you present with, that a rheumatologic or systemic disease be involved.
The role of a Chiropractor is not undermined in any way in my judgement. However, from my little experience, I think its worth it getting the services of a physiotherapist. Thanks again and hope this helps.
Kind regards,
Bain LE, MD


many rheumatologic diseases have eye manifestation
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Hi and thanks for the query,
The commonest of these eye manifestations are seen keratoconjunctivitis sicca, anterior uveitis, scleritis, optic neuritis and retinal vasculitis(inflammation of blood vessels of the eye retina or film). All these could cause progressive decreased vision.
Wegener's granulomatosis, cchaug Strauss disease and periarteritis nodosa are a few of a large spectrum of rheumatologic diseases that could affect the eyes.
Thanks once again and hope this helps. King regards
Bain LE, MD


You are right
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Hi and thanks for the update,
It would be interesting if we could stay in touch so I also get updated, and learn and contribute if need be during the process. It s my pleasure.
Kind regards as I wish you the best of health.
Bain LE, MD.


You could have the possibility of submitting the
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But I would be glad communicating. Kind regards,
Bain LE, MD


Be simple, clear and he shall help
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Hi and thanks for the query,
You might just have to give summary of what you have gone through. Insist on the symptoms you feel, especially with the joints, the neck, the eyes. And tell him you would love these symptoms or clinical table to be analyzed from a rtheumatological point of view.
I hope he shall understand and shall be able to think from a rheumatological standpoint, then get a holistic view of what s going on. Thanks and hope this helps.
Kind regards,
Bain LE, MD

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