Hi,
The tests that you have described are done to test coordination and cerebellar functions.
http://www.neurologychannel.com/neuroexam.shtml
It will help us to know the symptoms that you currently have.
Thanks
Hi liz and sorry to hear you are having such a rough time. I have IIH/PTC.I had my first neuro exam in May and Im still not sure what they were looking for. I know that the criteria for IIh/PTC is
1) New headache, severe.
2)Problems with your eyes. Blurry vision etc which leads to nausea and dizziness.
3) Papillodema. (swollen optic nerves, but not every one with IIh will have this.)
4)Neurological defects. Like trying to walk a straight line,put one foot in front of the other, just like you had done. If there is high pressure in the brain, for what ever reason, you cant do these tests very well.
5) Clear Cat and MRI scans.
6) Opening pressure from a lumber puncture over 20.
Im glad to hear you are going to see a new neuro. Write down all your questions. When you see the neuro,if they try to hurry you,politely refuse to go until your questions are answered. When they see that you are prepared and have a list of questions Im sure they will help. If you dont understand what they are saying, write it down and come back and ask us. We will do all we can do to help. Make sure you keep all your apps! Good luck,Cath278