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I got my brain MRI back as clear today. I haven't done my cervical and thoracic done because of an insurance glitch. What are the chances of having spinal lesions? 😑

June 25, 2024
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There’s many different factors that contribute to the location of the lesions. Unfortunately I have lesions on my brain and spine. Wish I could order new body parts of Amazon😂. Joking makes me deal with MS better.

June 25, 2024
A MyMSTeam Member

Hi Cartskey5150 , looking at the information ,,,,, you can still have Ms,, different types,,,I hope your able to get the rest of Mri.
Take care thinking of you 🤗
Blessings and prayers 🙏

June 25, 2024
A MyMSTeam Member

I am in the exact same boat! I have nearly every MS symptom, yet with the exception of one lesion, all my MRI's, and my LP have come back clean. It's super frustrating!! I feel like I am constantly banging my head on the proverbial wall. The only quasi-diagnosis I have so far is an "unspecified Central Nervous System Disorder." WTF?!?
According to the newest McDonald Criteria, 2 lesions are required on MRI: 2 in the brain or spine or one in each.

June 25, 2024
A MyMSTeam Member

Yes! It took me 2 years after my CIS diagnosis.

June 25, 2024
MyMSTeam

Yes, it is possible to have multiple sclerosis (MS) without having any brain lesions. Some people may be diagnosed with clinically isolated syndrome (CIS) if they have exhibited symptoms of MS and have damage (lesions) visible through scans in only one area of their central nervous system (CNS). Additionally, those who have Show Full Answer

Yes, it is possible to have multiple sclerosis (MS) without having any brain lesions. Some people may be diagnosed with clinically isolated syndrome (CIS) if they have exhibited symptoms of MS and have damage (lesions) visible through scans in only one area of their central nervous system (CNS). Additionally, those who have a lesion but no MS symptoms may be diagnosed with radiologically isolated syndrome (RIS). Regular monitoring and follow-up care are important to track any progression.

June 25, 2024

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