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Can you determine Sensory Neuropathy with an EMG?
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Can you determine Sensory Neuropathy with an EMG?
by Susan-F, Apr 23, 1999 12:00AM
Posted by Susan F. on April 23, 1999 at 09:20:54
I wrote to you before about needle-like pains in my thighs, and you said it sounded like Sensory Neuropathy. I am taking Neurontin, and it helps some. My neurologist has recommended I have an EMG (I had one about a year ago which showed no permanent nerve damage). Since then I have had two back operations, but still have the problem with my legs. Do you think another EMG will tell me anything new and do you think it's worthwhile?
Posted by CCF Neuro MD MM on April 24, 1999 at 12:08:43
I do not have all the facts available, unlike the physician who is ordering the test so I would be relctant to contradict someone who has access to a great deal more information than I have.
You have every right to ask the neurologict what exactly he/she expects to learn from this latest test, before you submit yourself to the cost and discomfort of another EMG.
I would also ask if it would be possible to do a qualitative sensory test
( QST )as part of this EMG as this type of sensory test gives more information about sensory neuropathy than the standard EMG ?
