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Which Specialist Doctor Should I Consult For Suspicions Of RRMS Or SPMS?
Question: Hello Dr. Rynne. I suspect RRMS or SPMS. My GP recently indicated the possibility during an office visit. What kind of Doctor should i seek out for a more definitive diagnosis please? Also, is a spinal tap necessary for certainty? This is the broadest opposite of an appealing thought. Thank you, Chris Wolter (Atlanta)
Brief Answer:
Need to consult a Neurologist
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
For the confirmation of multiple sclerosis you need the help of a Neurologist.
He is better qualified to diagnose this.
A spinal tap is used in diagnosing multiple sclerosis.
The spinal tap is done to study protein of cerebrospinal fluid.
Other tests used are MRI brain.
In nutshell consult a Neurologist as soon as possible.
With regards
Dr Varinder Joshi
Need to consult a Neurologist
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
For the confirmation of multiple sclerosis you need the help of a Neurologist.
He is better qualified to diagnose this.
A spinal tap is used in diagnosing multiple sclerosis.
The spinal tap is done to study protein of cerebrospinal fluid.
Other tests used are MRI brain.
In nutshell consult a Neurologist as soon as possible.
With regards
Dr Varinder Joshi
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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