Aa
Aa
A
A
A
Close
Avatar universal

Disequilibrium

Saw an ENT today.  The vertigo I described to him is called “disequilibrium.”  He said it was not coming from my ears and that it is neurological or could be caused by autoimmune disease.  He wanted to refer me to a specialist in Cleveland, who might see something in the MRI the neurologist missed.

I was VERY relieved to know that my hearing safe and that I have not lost any since my last hearing test.

The ENT was very nice, and said he didn’t want me to feel that I was being “passed off” (which I did not feel) but I told him I was tired of scrambling around and I wanted to hold off on seeing another doctor, going off in another direction, until I see my rheumatologist next week.  

The ENT did refer to my rheumy as “brilliant” and that I was in good hands.

If the rheumatologist cannot make a clear diagnosis from the latest test results he is sending me to someone he trusts at the CC, so I am just going to wait.  One more week isn’t going to matter at this point.

So, that’s it for now.

Wanna

5 Responses
Sort by: Helpful Oldest Newest
Avatar universal
Yes, I agree I am unbalanced, but it has nothing to do with vertigo...LOL...isn't that usually the first assumption doctors make...put 'em on antidepressants and they'll stop bothering us with these ridiculous symptoms!!!!

Just for the record…I’m kidding.

Please check for a PM form me and I'll give you an explanation of what has been happening...

Wanna
Helpful - 0
147426 tn?1317265632
Well, I've always suspected that you were unbalanced.  I still don't understand what they think your problem is.  Is your neuro sticking with EBV?  I get so confused....

Central disequilibrium doesn't really match other symptoms you've had does it?

Quix
Helpful - 0
Avatar universal
Thanks guys.

I have been fortunate of late...being referred to a few very good doctors.

The rheumy I am seeing was actually very pleased that I had all my test results for him to look at and said that it was very important for a patient to keep all records.  That alone put me at ease.

Wanna


Helpful - 0
279234 tn?1363105249
I'm so happy for you. Maybe you'll get some answers. It's sounds like your docs are working together as a team instead of a power play, which is very good for you.

I know your tired, and it's ok to take a little time off, but keep on pushing.

I wish you the best of luck! :)
Helpful - 0
195469 tn?1388322888
SO glad to hear that (sorry about the play on words) your hearing is okay.  It sounds like you had a sweetheart of an ENT specialist.  Too bad he isn't a Neurologist.  Now I would like to be seeing someone that has the compassion that he has.  Wouldn't you?

Please keep us informed about your upcoming appointment.  You know the members on the Forum, try to keep up with everybody's appointment schedule, so we can all know how you are getting along.  

Our Rena girl, seems to have a great memory for things like that.  We depend on her heavily to keep us informed of someone's upcoming appointments.  With all that she endures herself, it's a wonder she has the gift of that kind of memory.  She is in our thoughts and prayers too, just as you are.

Big Hugs,
Heather
Helpful - 0
Have an Answer?

You are reading content posted in the Multiple Sclerosis Community

Top Neurology Answerers
987762 tn?1671273328
Australia
5265383 tn?1669040108
ON
1756321 tn?1547095325
Queensland, Australia
1780921 tn?1499301793
Queen Creek, AZ
Learn About Top Answerers
Didn't find the answer you were looking for?
Ask a question
Popular Resources
Find out how beta-blocker eye drops show promising results for acute migraine relief.
In this special Missouri Medicine report, doctors examine advances in diagnosis and treatment of this devastating and costly neurodegenerative disease.
Here are 12 simple – and fun! – ways to boost your brainpower.
Discover some of the causes of dizziness and how to treat it.
Discover the common causes of headaches and how to treat headache pain.
Two of the largest studies on Alzheimer’s have yielded new clues about the disease