I might have to see a nurolagist

dachshund
dachshund Member Posts: 9,288
edited 17. Nov 2009, 06:09 in Living with Arthritis archive
Hello Anyone.
I went to the dr this morning and she asked how i was getting on i said my legs feel as if they are shaking all the time she said i might have to see a nurolagist but as i have to go to the pain clinic tomorrow to mention it to him.
so can anyone tell me what happens.
joan xx
take care
joan xx

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  • elnafinn
    elnafinn Member Posts: 7,412
    edited 30. Nov -0001, 00:00
    Dear Joan

    A neurologist is a medical doctor or osteopath who has trained in the diagnosis and treatment of nervous system disorders, including spinal cord, nerves, and muscles. A neurologist does not perform operations. He may well be the person to find out why you are experiencing pain, shakiness etc in your legs.

    All the best with the pain clinic tomorrow. Take one step at a time Joan. Mention it like your gp suggested and go from there. :)

    Love
    Elna x
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  • dachshund
    dachshund Member Posts: 9,288
    edited 30. Nov -0001, 00:00
    Thank you Jan and Elna.
    thank you elna for explaining it all.
    joan xx
    take care
    joan xx
  • skezier
    skezier Member Posts: 11,333
    edited 30. Nov -0001, 00:00
    Hi Joan,

    I had some tests done long ago, it was all with electrical conductors to see just how much nerve damage I had with the back problems. I don't quite remember cus it was over 20 years ago but it was nothing too drastic and wasn't horrible at all. I had some nerve tests on my eyes a couple of years ago and that wasn't horrible either so please don't let it worry you.

    Good luck tomorrow and I am sure they also will explain what its all bout if you ask them. Joan it is better to know I think. Luv Cris x
  • dachshund
    dachshund Member Posts: 9,288
    edited 30. Nov -0001, 00:00
    Thank you Cris.
    for explaining it,
    i hope all the animals are ok.
    have a good night. and i hope not much pain to keep you a wake.
    joan xx
    take care
    joan xx
  • Wonkylegs
    Wonkylegs Member Posts: 3,504
    edited 30. Nov -0001, 00:00
    Hi,

    I haven't seen a neurologist myself, but my hubby did last year. When we saw the consultant in the clinic the first appointment was mostly taking a history (so lots of questions!) and then giving my hubby a thorough examination. (my hubby has twitching legs :lol: )

    The neurologist gave us plenty of time to ask questions, and he was really really reassuring. He explained what tests he was asking for, and what they would involve. My hubby had to go back for the results, and again there was lots of time to ask questions.

    I am sure that you will have plenty of questions so write them down before you go .... it is easy to forget them when you get into the room!

    good luck!
  • dachshund
    dachshund Member Posts: 9,288
    edited 30. Nov -0001, 00:00
    Hi Wonky.
    Thank you for your help.
    it's so nice on her there is always nice people to answer a problem.
    joan xx
    take care
    joan xx