Cervical spondylosis or MS

[Achyone365]

Cervical spondylosis diagnosed 4 yrs ago. C 4,5,6. Last year the 7 was added. My neck was always achy.
In the last week or so I have tingling on and off in my face, arm, hand, leg, foot. It alternates from side to side, but mostly on the right. With arm extended in front of me (vacuuming, driving, hand on mouse) I have noticed that that sometimes triggers the tingling. My neck is in on and off pain, not just achy.
Dr. wants to to nerve testing to see if I might have MS. I am not opposed to this, but he isn't even checking to see I might have a pinched nerve or if the CS is causing this problem.
I am interested in hearing your thoughts on this.

[thygirl]

Did you ever figure out what was going on? I am in a similar place now with symptoms and trying to figure out what is going on.  Symptoms of CS and MS are very similar it seems. very scay,

[Achyone365]

Thank you for your response. I have been referred to a neurologist, I'm just waiting on a call from them to set my appointment.
I am so hoping that they can find out my problem quickly and find a way to ease this burning pain in my back and neck.

[kittyluv1]

Cervical spondylosis is a general term used to describe degenerative changes in the bones (vertebrae) of the spinal cord.  The most obvious are bone spurs, but can also include disc herniations and ligament problems.
Most individuals with cervical spondylosis do not experience severe neurological symptoms, but the fact that you are having signs of cervical radiculopathy would indicate a need for further evaluation and a referral to a skilled neurosurgeon based on the clinical findings.
Testing for MS would be appropriate to rule out the possibility of this condition.  If your doctor is not willing to pursue investigation of the cervical radiculopathy and possible nerve involvement due to cervical spondylosis, you should try and get a second opinion preferrably from a neurosurgeon or orthopedic spine specialist.  Nerve damage that continues unabated can result in permanent damage which can not be resolved with surgery.
Keep us posted with your progress ----