I am not a casual reader but try to have input whenever I can.
RSharma650(AT)aol.com wrote:
> Carolyn,
>
> I also am a causual reader of the list - only writing occasionally. I was
> particullary interested in your posting. I have a total of three lesions,
> C2-3, and two in the brain. Upon the initial discovery of my lesions in the
> brain an MS diagnosis was discussed. I have had a couple more MRI's and they
> are still there, along with all the medical terms that accompany them, much
> like yours. But, the fact is I do not think they are causing me any
> symptoms. So when you ask what all the terms mean for you, my answer is how
> do you feel. If you feel fine - go with it! Doctors will apply their terms
> where necc. that is their job and I am thankful for that, but in the end only
> we know how we truely feel. I know this is probably not the response you
> were looking for, but I too was once like you...Wondering what in the world
> are T2 weighted images, ogliconal bands, Lhermitte's syndrome and Botox
> injections were. Now I knoand that is a relief, but remember it really is
> not what they tell you it is, it is how your body is responding. I hope
> yours is doing well! Best wishes.
>
> RKS
Dear R:KS
Based on what you have said regarding your symptoms, my vote
would be that you have MS. I do have a Ph.d. and I've had TM
for more than 16 years. MS when in remission typically does does
not present clinical signs. My MRI was perfectly clean. When my
Dr. showed me my MRI he also showed me one of a person with
MS. There were a bunch of white spots on the spinal column as well
as in the brain. Mine revealed nothing. My last MRI was in 1986 so
I'm working on getting another one. I'll let you know what it says.
Good Luck and keep up your spirits .and effort
Roger