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What Does This Spinal MRI Test Result Indicate?

Hi had an Mri scan a few weeks ago and the findings showed suspicious of demyelination . I then went onto have a lumber puncture to confirm this as it wasn t definite. What are the chances of me having MS and what do they mean by suspicious of? What will they have seen?
Thu, 18 Jan 2018
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hello 

Thanks for writing to us, 

There are various patterns of presentation of MS 
If your symptoms are progressive and repeated then you should consult your doctor again and do required investigation.

You can do the Spinal Tap 
Spinal fluid analysis holds important clues in diagnosis. 

You can do Evoked Potential Tests for Multiple Sclerosis
This painless test measures electrical activity in the brain to help diagnose MS. 

Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Wishing you good health.

Take care
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What Does This Spinal MRI Test Result Indicate?

Hello  Thanks for writing to us,  There are various patterns of presentation of MS  If your symptoms are progressive and repeated then you should consult your doctor again and do required investigation. You can do the Spinal Tap  Spinal fluid analysis holds important clues in diagnosis.  You can do Evoked Potential Tests for Multiple Sclerosis This painless test measures electrical activity in the brain to help diagnose MS.  Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care