Regarding referrals, it depends on your insurance -- and sometimes the specialist has their own policies. I went straight to a neuro when I started having issues b/c my plan does not require referrals.
Sorry GregK.
I know it's just the next appt. I used to get excited that something would be unearthed at the next appt and the next and the next. But now I extrapolate beyond that b/c nothing comes from them. I'm guessing there will be more EMGs scheduled for different areas of my body -- but...
I think high ALT is indicative of liver damage. But there's many common medications that can elevate that number. I had moderately high ALT (76) but the med (Tegretol) seems to be the culprit.
Nikki J,
Thanks for replying so soon.
The neuro I was seeing happens to specialize in MS (just a coincidence, I didn't go to him for that reason).
I just started seeing another neuro -- who only does MS -- for a 2nd opinion. He reviewed my records and ordered more blood work.
I don't know...
Hello,
I have read the sticky and I won't waste anyone's time
Here it is.
47 yr old male
First symptoms started mid July 2014: Extreme fatigue over a weekend, could not stay awake, weakness, pain, cramping in right leg, tried to be normal -- which for me involves a lot walking. Started to...