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Hello! I am new to the group and 76 years old. I was diagnosed with idiopathic neuropathy when I was in my late 50s. I’ve been to several neurologists, who were not particularly helpful. I’ve had several Nerve Conduction texts which came back normal. At my last appointment the doctor told me there was another test he could do but he didn’t want to put me through it as it was “uncomfortable “ which I know is Dr speak for painful. Since my neuropathy is getting worse ( moved up into my lower legs from my feet), I am seeing another neurologist. I know he will do an EMG. What I’d like to know from this group is: exactly HOW painful is this test? What should I expect? Honestly- I’m scared. Thank you.
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I had a nerve conduction test locally, then at Dartmouth Medical. A year later, Dartmouth called me for a follow-up. I asked why, and he could only say it was to see how much change there was. I see no point. I know the change. If the result meant that it would lead to some helpful treatment, I would gladly do it, but all it does is monitor it. No point.
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One can only hope that at some point they will discover a new treatment,’…
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I agree with you. I had the two tests 35 years apart to diagnose different issues. I would not repeat the tests to see if there are changes. Like you, I know if things are worse and more tests won’t help in any way, but I’m glad I had the tests I did.
I just had one—not painful for me, just a bit strange.
I had an EMG last month and it was painless for the most part. A couple of times it felt like a sharp pinch, but the discomfort was very brief. There was no residual discomfort.
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3 Reactions@jamessaxo how much B12?
Did you ever get a brain MRI?
how long did EMG take?What was the result of testing?
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@penn1023 yrs, last yr. To confirm that an artery on outside of brain rising vertically was rubbing on the TRYGEMINAL crossing nerve. Waste of money. All ready new cause.
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Not to be cute, but I do think that you have a point there. But at least we're aware of our progression by having it performed once. if a new treatment comes into the picture.
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