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I am new to connect, a little background I am now 80 years young, about 20 years ago at the mayo, I diagnosed me with partial transverse myelitis, I my right leg & foot seemed cold
and the right side of my body up to my rib cage to my spine on the right side, I also had a hard time controlling my bowl after about 5 years this all passed, about 10 years ago I started falling from time to time now is getting worse the best way to explain it it I feel like I'm drunk, I asked my primary to get me an appointment with a neurologist but instead he want me to go to PT.
I have been to PT for lower back pain before with no satisfaction, and it's scary walking across a parking lot even with a cane, I have found when I get tired it is even worse. Do you think I should try the PT, or should I see a Neurologist? Thanks Chuck
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Hello @soud,
I would agree with your assessment that you need to be seen by a neurologist. Falling is especially difficult as you risk broken bones, concussions, etc.
Do you live near a research-oriented medical facility such as a university medical school or near a Mayo facility? This would probably be the best place to get treatment.
Do you live near one of these facilities?
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Wlecome to Mayo Connect, where we can offer you suggestions and encouragement, but not a diagnosis.
Your two posts make me think you should "dig your toes in" and insist on seeing a neurologist. I am particularly thinking that because of your description of needing to pause & think before you move, which really indicates there may be an issue of your brain-nerve-muscle connection.
Do you think you can convince your primary? Or can you refer yourself?
Sue