mri results

[ishtianay]

I had mri and it said several small nonspecific foci of abnormal T2 signal changes in the deep white matter.     This was w/o contrast. I know deep white matter is around the cerebellum and brainstem.correct? I have multiple tumors on my spine to.  Thanks Linda  

[aspen2]

I'm sorry, I only know how contrast helps in the context of ms, Linda.  When do you see your neurologist to discuss the MR imaging?

You have been through an awful lot, and I admire your strength.  Funny how we never think of ourselves as strong until we have no choice ...

I completely understand being frustrated with the medical community, but I'm hoping you will soon find someone who you respect and will be able to help you.

(((hugs)))

[ishtianay]

No lesions on spinal cord. There are multiple tumors on my thoracic , lumbar, also have soft tissue tumors, I have tumors every where. There in my neck I was thinking since they found abnormal cell growth (foci) on my brainstem and cerebellum I figured they were tumors to. I'm not afraid I been through alot. If I get this mri again with contrast will it show what these are for sure? Thanks again.Linda

[aspen2]

demyelinating ... sorry typo

[aspen2]

Someone with ms may have tumours on their spine, however the tumours wouldn't have anything at all to do with ms -- ms is a demyleinating disease of the central nervous system -- nerves.

Neurofibromatosis can cause spinal tumours (do you also have hearing issues?) -- and any sort of tumor on the spine can cause leg weakness, falls, bladder and bowel issues, since a tumour occupies space and will press on the nerves.  I can imagine a doctor thinking that the symptoms might look like ms.

But I think your previously diagnosed condition would be a more likely explanation for your symptoms -- a few tiny spots on your brain wouldn't be suggestive of ms.  Were there any lesions on your spinal cord imaging?

[ishtianay]

Here are the Findings::There is no evidence for acute intra-axial or extra axial hemmorage. There is no shift of midline or mass effect. There is several no specific foci of abnormal T2 signal in the deep white matter. I was diagnosed with Neurofibromotosis. But The was a couple of radiologist disagreed with the nf diagnoses.one radiologist ask if I ever had cancer I said no. Alot Dr's thought I had MS I do have very many symptoms of ms. My balance has got so I have to look down make I don't fall. I have fell many times. Had alot pre-cancerous.Tumors removed I read the medical terminology for Foci: abnormal cell growth. No disrespect to you but I have got so disgusted with the Dr's I have seen I just gave up. Thank you for taking your time to answer me.Linda

[ishtianay]

I had alot of tests every EMG I have had was no not normal at all. Some days I can hardly walk,, I lost my hearing when I was in my 20 ' s started having problems with my balance. That was 2 of the first symptoms I had. Blurred vision, twiching in my legs and else where. Excruciating pain in my thoracic up into my head goes out to my arms can't move til it passes. I have to walk with a cane now I have tumors all in my body. Then I thought great at least my brain is ok..lol  that just part of my problems. I always deep down thought I had ms..you can have tumors on your spine with ms. Thank you so much for listening to me and answering my questions. Linda

[ishtianay]

Here are the Findings::There is no evidence for acute intra-axial or extra axial hemmorage. There is no shift of midline or mass effect. There is several no specific foci of abnormal T2 signal in the deep white matter. I was diagnosed with Neurofibromotosis. But The was a couple of radiologist disagreed with the nf diagnoses.one radiologist ask if I ever had cancer I said no. Alot Dr's thought I had MS I do have very many symptoms of ms. My balance has got so I have to look down make I don't fall. I have fell many times. Had alot pre-cancerous.Tumors removed I read the medical terminology for Foci: abnormal cell growth. No disrespect to you but I have got so disgusted with the Dr's I have seen I just gave up. Thank you for taking your time to answer me.Linda

[HVAC]

What did the findings say? That is the important part of the report. This was with out contrast? With MS have MRI with and with out contrast and with a certain protocol of thin slices. Do you know what they were looking for? Non specific foci could be anything or nothing at all. MRIs basically see lesions or shadows and then the doctors have to make educated guesses as to what they mean by comparing them to other lesions. Your medical history has a lot to do with it to as to what they are looking for. Tumors on your spine would have nothing to do with MS since it is neurological. If you had lesions on your spine then that would point to MS.
Alex