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What Is The Purpose Of Nerve Electro-shock Testing?

Hi Doc... I m 52yrs. old, Ht. 5 3 , Wt. 120lbs. I ve been seeing a Neurologist for 12yr & he s taken several tests, throughout those yrs. I ve been to see him recently & I had three seperate ones. 1st was for balance as I m constently getting dizzy, (& it s not only when I stand up). Nurse told me she s supposed to re-align the crystals, in my neck, then I ll HAVE to wear a neckbrace for a wk. after. 2nd, nerve electro-shock testing, what is this for? I m told it s to see if I have nerve damage & how severe it may be on each part of the body. So is that true? 3rd, Catscan of my brain, revealed a 9mm growth between my brain & skull. How Lg./Sm. (9mm) is? The size of a dime, nickel, penny, ? I m now, being sent to a Neurosurgeon, Why? I would really appreciate IF you could anwser ALL of these ? s Thank you for your time & knowledge. =) =) I d give you a hug after we finished talking & thank you =) I hug ALL my doctors, & Veteranaian I truly appreciate them taking care of my Special kids,& myself. =) (They ALL get two cheesecakes @ Christmas, 1 Pinapple,, 1 Cherry. =) Sincerely, N. Pietrzak
Mon, 5 Feb 2024
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Hello,

Nerve shock study examines your nerves. The neurosurgeon consultation is necessary to exclude the need of surgery for this small lesion. This doesn't mean that you need surgery.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist
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What Is The Purpose Of Nerve Electro-shock Testing?

Hello, Nerve shock study examines your nerves. The neurosurgeon consultation is necessary to exclude the need of surgery for this small lesion. This doesn t mean that you need surgery. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist