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@misu

Haven't posted here for a bit, but just had a development and wanted to share the news and ask questions. Several years ago a sensation on the ball of my foot began spreading, and this year it's above my knee. I thought it was a pinched nerve, but when I saw a neurologist it was "idiopathic peripheral polyneuropathy." Family doctor agreed and prescribed an antidepressant. Blah blah blah, finally had an EMG and my nerves are intact and fully functional. I do not have neuropathy, but am being sent for investigation of my spine to see if it's causing my symptoms. If that fails, they investigate my brain. Does anybody have any idea of what tests I'm likely to have, and what they may be looking for? And if it's brain or spine, is it likely treatable? I'm trying to decide if I should be celebrating.

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Hi @misu, I'm guessing they may schedule an X-ray or MRI if the doctor suspects spinal nerve compression. Here's some information on the different tests:

--- 6 Tests Used to Diagnose Spinal Stenosis: https://www.verywellhealth.com/tests-used-to-diagnose-spinal-stenosis-2549375

I found out I have L4 L5. Problem

I am no expert and someone may correct me but I think you can have small fiber peripheral neuropathy and still have normal EMG. a nerve biopsy is what diagnoses small fiber nerve damage. I believe EMG diagnosis large fiber PN.