Question 1

can ms cause memory problems and mood swings?

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You bet it could: About 65 % of ms patients experience some cognitive issues, and emotional lability and inappropriate behavior can be an issue.  Symptomatic medications can help immensely, and memory enhancing agents, and a drug called nuedexta can be of great value.

Question 2

will an mri without contrast show the beginning signs of ms?
symptoms: slurred speech, memory problems, unsteady gait, confusion, etc.

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Complex question: There are 3 types of MRI used to diagnose MS:  T1-weighted, T-2 weighted, and FLAIR.  No single test is used to diagnose MS, generally a combination of tests over time is needed to get a definitive diagnosis.  You need to consult a neurologist experienced with MS and let him or her guide you.  Do you have a family history of this disease? Although chronic, progression can be very slow. Good luck!

Question 3

i have been diganosed with both trigeminal neralgia and occipital neuralgia. i also have some memory problems and muscle spasms . could i have ms?

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Consult Neurologist: Trgeminal neuralgia has been reported in patients with ms.You have to ask this question from your neyrologist as he/she is the only one can tell you if you do or not based on your symptoms, examination and MRI exam etc .
So consult your neurologist about ms and you.

Question 4

i have family history of ms, loss my sense of smell 10 years ago, migraines my whole life, getting worse during sleep, extremely forgetful, recently memory problems, depression and difficulty reading and writing (overall focus) could this be related ?

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Neurologist: I recommend consulting a neurologist for evaluation and testing. Loss of smell years ago may have been a marker for future brain pathology. Loss of cognitive functions and depression are concerning. Your symptoms aren't characteristic of MS. Get the appropriate help you need by starting with a visit to a neurologist.

Question 5

i have very bad dyslexia and have lots of upcoming exams, unfortunately i have the memory-loss side of it, help? :)

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Disabilities act: In the usa, you would be entitled to extra time and a special testing area by virtue of your handicap. You may also be entitled to special treatment to help overcome your handicap. Please get with your school and see what special rights you have.

Question 6

symptoms of math dyslexia appear as what kinds of problems?

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Doing math: Math dyslexia can refer to problems seeing/writing numbers but can also refer to more of a lesrning disability in math; i.e. Trouble learning and using math functions to solve problems and arrive at answers.

Question 7

i think i have dyslexia.im a medical student but a  had so many problems in school and now in collage..i have low grads but im smart .what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Get tested: Speech and language pathologists are specialists in diagnosis and treatment of dyslexia. Since you are at a medical school, there will be such specialists available to you. See one.

Question 8

what can be done if you have dyslexia problems like adhd, learning disabilities, phobia, add?

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Get evaluated: Speak with a psychologist. They can evaluate your symptoms and help choose a corse of treatment. You can then decide whether to consider a trial on medication.

Question 9

what are the symptoms in adults for dyslexia? i have adhd, i cont focus, i can't memorize names, i add letters to words, &i flip numbers around in phone #s

Accepted Answer

You have some: Dyslexia is a specific learning disability related to interpreting written language.  Writing letters backwards, difficulty with remembering what was read, and trouble interpreting and summarizing text are also common.  Adhd is a common coexisting condition.

Question 10

how common is dyslexia?

Accepted Answer

Common: It is estimated that 15-20% of the population has dyslexia. 80 percent of students with lds have dyslexia . It affects more boys than girls.

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I have been diganosed with both trigeminal neralgia and occipital neuralgia. i also have some memory problems and muscle spasms . could i have ms?

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I have family history of ms, loss my sense of smell 10 years ago, migraines my whole life, getting worse during sleep, extremely forgetful, recently memory problems, depression and difficulty reading and writing (overall focus) could this be related ?

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I have very bad dyslexia and have lots of upcoming exams, unfortunately i have the memory-loss side of it, help? :)

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Symptoms of math dyslexia appear as what kinds of problems?

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I think i have dyslexia.im a medical student but a had so many problems in school and now in collage..i have low grads but im smart .what should i do?

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What can be done if you have dyslexia problems like adhd, learning disabilities, phobia, add?

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What are the symptoms in adults for dyslexia? i have adhd, i cont focus, i can't memorize names, i add letters to words, &i flip numbers around in phone #s

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