No, I do not have COVID. I got my results because they certainly tested me in the ER. But I had symptoms on the list... and so enters the PROTOCOLS. And I was ushered off to a side room with a few other people. I had to call a number to the front reception desk … Continue reading A visit to the ER with ‘COVID19 listed symptoms’
Multiple Sclerosis: New diagnosis?
So I have had this balance and vertigo and dizziness issues since November 2017. And I have done the ENT thing and I have seen a vestibular clinic and I did an MRI. And the MRI... well it didn't look so pretty, man. I have migraine lesions due to chronic migraine with aura. But I … Continue reading Multiple Sclerosis: New diagnosis?
VNG/ENG vertigo test
So I had my long-awaited test to vertigo. To just see if it is an inner ear abnormality. And if it is not, then it is the brain and vestibular migraine. He basically wanted to rule other things out. ENG (Electronystagmography) and VNG (Videonystagmography). I really wanted this test because of the fact I wonder … Continue reading VNG/ENG vertigo test
Monday Manual: dealing with a doctor
All joking aside, my doctor is awesome. She does listen and does everything possible for me. I have had horrible doctors in the past, so I know bad doctors. She truly listens and cares, which is a good combo. Not to mention she is extremely intelligent. Some extras: Remember when going to the doctor to … Continue reading Monday Manual: dealing with a doctor
What’s up doc? #MHAM #MHAMSMC
Have you found a good doctor? Tell us about your journey to find the right doctor. I actually have gone through a few docs and neuros in my 20 years with migraines. In my most brutal time period with migraines I had an indifferent doctor and a neuro who 'ran out of ideas'. He was … Continue reading What’s up doc? #MHAM #MHAMSMC
Dear Dr: The doctor who changed my life
So I have had a lot of bad doctors in my life. Man, I could tell you some stories, my friends. I have also had mediocre doctors and disinterested doctors, who simply were fine for refills of medications but not much else. A good doctor is hard to find. Around here where there is a … Continue reading Dear Dr: The doctor who changed my life