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hi some advice re possible ms symptoms would be great please.

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jo15064
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Difficult to be brief.. some numbness tingling on left side of face, on/off since august. Had MRI that showed white spots (poss MS) lumber puncture and evoked.... both negative. Then about 6 weeks ago I developed optic neuritis, after 5 weeks improved, but now lost more sight in left eye in last week? Awaiting more tests, has anyone had a similiar experience?

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  • virginia1950s
    virginia1950s jo15064

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    Yes, my situation 14 years ago, bit reversed, optic neuritis first, tripping, tingling. Negative LP and EP but positive MRI with white. I was put on Aubagio 12 years ago in the trial and have been doing very well since. I have more problems with physical problems undiagnosed because they were blamed on MS but in fact were something else entirely. I have found MS is usually the least of my troubles and it's a long haul disease so the more calm you are and aware of how it affects you the better off you will be. Good luck.
    • jo15064
      jo15064 virginia1950s

      Posted

      Thankyou for your comments, it's a scarey process. It's reassuring to hear that medication has helped, that makes me feel more positive. I have a repeat EP soon, see what comes of that. Take care.
  • PaineFury
    PaineFury jo15064

    Posted

    25% of lumbar punctures will be negative. Tingling face and optic neuritis is classic MS symptoms. Report this to your neurologist
    • jo15064
      jo15064 PaineFury

      Posted

      Thankyou, becoming slightly frustrated with process.
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