@AmyS 

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AmyS

MRI

Do others on here usually get just brain MRI or full spinal cord too? I have an MRI next week, was going to happen as a regular check anyway but I did also mention at my recent neurologist appointment I have had some symptoms in my leg (unsure if new or old ones coming back). The MRI I am having is for brain and cervical spine but I spoke to a friend with MS who said she has also had leg symptoms and is being put in for a full back scan to check the full spinal cord. Does anyone know if leg symptoms are more likely to come from lesions lower down on the spinal cord or if they will be able to tell just from the brain and neck scan I am having? Thanks
@GlawsDan

Thanks for asking the question @AmyS. I have an MRI scan of the head and cervical spine booked for the end of this month and with drop foot being my first ever symptom, it would be interesting to know the answer to your post. Dan

@EdmontonAlberta

@amys Supposedly - the brain MRI tells all. Along with the spinal tap... Having stated that - no idea what the information is good for - specialist just tell us to have a good life; until we die. Follow the healthy food recommendations; plus take D + Omega pills every day and continue living your life - having fun along the way...