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Seeking Second Opinion for Thoracic Myelopathy at Mayo Rochester

Spine Health | Last Active: May 23, 2021 | Replies (40)
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@suzfuse46

Just a thought....With the "residual long T2 hyperintensity within the thoracic cord" has anyone mentioned the possibility that this could indicate multiple sclerosis?

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upnort | @upnort | May 22, 2021

"Anyone" being me after the first series of scans and tests. But my Mayo neurologist - a specialist in myelopathy - basically ruled out MS. Now, my (second opinion) Cleveland Clinic neurologist - a specialist in MS - has also ruled out MS. However, one of the prescription medicines he mentioned as part of a possible treatment plan is also used by MS patients.
Modern medicine is a constantly revolving door - sometimes with no clear exit.
And the beat goes on...

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