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Cat Scan Shows a "tumor" on my brain.

Discussion in 'Personal & Emotional Support' started by airsoft_warrior, Sep 10, 2009.

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  1. Oct 2, 2009 at 7:30 PM
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    The only new info i have is that it is located near the pituitary gland. I have a neurologist appointment next friday they were booked until then. So hopefully I will know something then. Thank you so much for your support and prayers!
     
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  2. Oct 2, 2009 at 7:33 PM
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    Do they have u on any meds? have u noticed any weight gain/loss?
     
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  3. Oct 2, 2009 at 7:34 PM
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    No meds. I have gained weight but that is probably me lacking the gym visits lately and more fast food.
     
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  4. Oct 10, 2009 at 5:11 PM
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    Alright I went to the neurologist yesterday and he said that the Tumors were not causing headaches. He gave me some medicine that is supposed to suppress them. He also gave me a huge list of items that I should cut out of my diet. I also have to go to the eye doctor. Even though I have 20/15 vision. I dunno. At least I know that I dont have to take them out yet. We are going to watch them and see what happens. Thank you all for your continuing prayers!
     
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  5. Oct 10, 2009 at 8:45 PM
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    Personally, I would be thinking "second opinion." Years ago when I was 22, I had several doctors that told me that my problems were probably caused by "X" (long story), after a gazzilion tests, I finally ended up seeing a neurologist who examined me for all of 10 minutes, and said "I don't think it's "X". When I asked him why a 22 year old would be having all of the problems that I had been having, sudden loss of vision caused by 2 different bouts of optic neuritis, numbness, dizziness, the list goes on, he shrugged and said "I don't know." I knew there was nothing that could be done anyway, and even though I was pretty sure that he was wrong, I've just dealt with the symptoms since and never went back to another doctor, but I wonder sometimes if I had seen a different neurologist, would I be in better shape now, at the very least would I have lost less of my vision? I'm just saying that maybe a second opinion wouldn't hurt.
     
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  6. Oct 11, 2009 at 4:47 AM
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    Good to hear the update Zack. Thanks. Prayers will continue for you.

    Sounds that Charli may be onto something. Never hesitate to get a second opinion. Always take charge of your health, and remember, the doctors work for you.
     
    hoosiertaco, Oct 11, 2009
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  7. Oct 11, 2009 at 5:39 AM
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  8. Oct 13, 2009 at 3:14 PM
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    Thats good advice. I will talk with my parents when they get back from their trip and we will figure something out i guess.
     
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  9. Oct 13, 2009 at 3:41 PM
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  10. Dec 6, 2009 at 2:42 PM
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    Okay some updates. I havent followed the diet like they wanted me to. The neurologists assistant saw me last. He said that headaches like what I have are caused by swelling of the tissue that surrounds the brain and he switched my meds to something a bit stronger and should ultimately wipe them out completely. As for the cysts, they are still there and as far as i know not causing any problems. I went to the eye doctor, she said I have 20/15 vision but need glasses for reading? WTF? But when i tried on the pair she said I would need, i couldnt read anything unless it was literally an inch from my face. I am not spending money on glasses that I cant see out of. Second opinion on my eyes... Is reality not machines that measure dilation. I got new insurance through my new job but the pre-existing conditions page may keep me from being covered with anything from my cysts. Will this end?
     
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  11. Dec 6, 2009 at 3:17 PM
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    I can try I guess. The neurologist didnt "Diagnose" anything. He said that they are nothing to worry about.
     
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  12. Dec 6, 2009 at 3:20 PM
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    Hope all goes well man.
     
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  13. Dec 6, 2009 at 3:28 PM
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    hey zack prayers and support from us. God willing you will be better :)
     
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  14. Jan 4, 2010 at 7:47 PM
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    UPDATE: I want to thank EVERYONE for their thoughts and prayers through this terrifying time. The neurologist says that he wants to ween me off the medication and that I dont have to see him for another 6 months. At that time I have to get an MRI and we will go from there. Right now all is well and things are looking up. Once again I thank my family here on TW for thoughts prayers and support! God Bless.
     
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  15. Jan 4, 2010 at 7:49 PM
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    GREAT NEWS! Zack!!!

    Thanks for the update! :)
     
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  16. Jan 5, 2010 at 4:21 AM
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    Yay! Thank you for the update! Anything on that second opinion or have you been feeling better?
     
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  17. Jan 5, 2010 at 4:47 AM
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    Thats great news Zack
     
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  18. Jan 5, 2010 at 4:57 AM
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    Talk about scary. Just remember that your friends and loved ones will be there without question for you.

    And as much as it means coming from a complete stranger, good luck.
     
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  19. Jan 5, 2010 at 5:11 AM
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    I have been feeling better so I didnt go with a second opinion. In 6 months we will do another MRI to see if they are growing or not. If they are growing that when we have a problem.
     
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  20. Jan 5, 2010 at 5:14 AM
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    sorry to hear that bro!!!
    my thoughts and prayers to ya
     
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