Contrast MRI

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I have just had a contrast MRI, i have been waiting for a diagnosis for over a year now. Do these help to diagnose?

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hi foxygirl

if you’ve been sent for a contrast MRI there’ll be a good reason.

i think it shows old lesions as well as more recent ones (but i may be wrong).

once the radiographer has written the report, your neuro will be able to get on with your diagnosis.

try to relax meanwhile.

its a very stressful time being diagnosed and stress is the enemy!

carole x

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Hi Foxygirl

A contrast MRI may help in the diagnostic process. The gadolinium contrast helps to show up lesions. But your neurologist will use a whole load of tools to diagnose MS or otherwise. They’ll use your history, symptoms, physical exam, MRI, possibly a lumbar puncture and/or VEP (Visual Evoked Potential test).

So, I’m afraid, it’s more waiting for the neuro to make his/her diagnosis depending on the test results.

Sue