# So I had my first Neuro appointment today **URL:** \ **Category:** New diagnosis and before diagnosis\ **Created:** [13 January 2019 18:01 UTC](https://forum.mssociety.org.uk/t/so-i-had-my-first-neuro-appointment-today/14062 "2019-01-13T18:01:25Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 3\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![scared111](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/3da27b/32.png) [@scared111](https://forum.mssociety.org.uk/u/scared111)\ **Post date:** [13 January 2019 18:01 UTC](https://forum.mssociety.org.uk/t/so-i-had-my-first-neuro-appointment-today/14062/1 "2019-01-13T18:01:25Z")
Hi Im currently undiagnosed, infact until last week MS hadnt crossed my mind. I went to my Docs as I had a funny numb sensation that had spread from my hand, up the front of my arm and over my shoulder, I thought it was something to do with an accident I had had at work where I had kind of caused whiplash to my arm and shoulder, its still not right. She suspected a trapped nerve, sent me for an MRI on my cervical spine area and last week I was called in to discuss the results. There was an area in my Spinal Column that she said was inflamed and the coating of the nerves was missing, so I was refered to Neurology. I have been extremely lucky to get an appointment in less than a week! My appointment was today, but I seen a Neurosurgeon and not a Neurologist?? I dont know why, is this normal? I lead an active life, have a manual job and was concerned that I could potentially make this inflammation worse by working and horse riding but he assured me there was plenty of spinal fluid around the area and I was fine to continue. He said the numbness most likely tied in with the accident I had but the area inflamed wasnt caused by trauma. He said he couldnt comment on whether it could be MS as Id need to see a Neurologist for further tests. I thought I was seeing a Neurologist. He shown me the area on the scan and explained it was lighter, to be honest I could barely see the difference but he said it had been flagged up and had to be investigated, hence being called in. He said it could be a blip in the MRI scan and also 10 yrs ago it probably wouldnt have been picked up but I was to see a Neurologist and have a MRI of all my spine and head. He did the reflex and balance tests and said I was fine. In the mean time I had consulted Dr Google, I know I know and I now seem to have every symptom going, currently tingly legs! My anxiety has been through the roof this week, I so so feel for those of you who have had to wait months to see a Consultant!! So I really dont know what to think now, I expect I will have a long wait now to see a Neurologist, kind of wondering why I seen a Neurosurgeon in the first place? ---
**Author:** ![Ssssue](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/mssociety/user_avatar/forum.mssociety.org.uk/ssssue/32/4182_2.png) [@Ssssue](https://forum.mssociety.org.uk/u/Ssssue)\ **Post date:** [13 January 2019 21:14 UTC](https://forum.mssociety.org.uk/t/so-i-had-my-first-neuro-appointment-today/14062/2 "2019-01-13T21:14:24Z")
Hi If the neurosurgeon did all the reflex and balance tests, and said they were fine, then you probably are OK and don’t have MS. But obviously you need a full MRI and to see a neurologist to check everything out. Try (!) not to worry. You will find resolution soon and whatever the result, you will deal with it. Honest. Sue ---
**Author:** ![scared111](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/3da27b/32.png) [@scared111](https://forum.mssociety.org.uk/u/scared111)\ **Post date:** [13 January 2019 23:21 UTC](https://forum.mssociety.org.uk/t/so-i-had-my-first-neuro-appointment-today/14062/3 "2019-01-13T23:21:20Z")
Awww thanks Sue, I have been worried sick. Its sad how things like this can really put everything into perspective. I do wonder what the inflammation is and why it is there but hopefully it will all turn out ok. I really appreciate you support and advice. Thanks again Louise