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A 45-year-old female asked:

Can a normal brain and neck mri pretty much rule out ms?numb patch in bottom of foot along w muscle twitching all over body.emg normal

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Dr. Kenneth Liuanswered

Neurosurgery 22 years experience

No.: Sometimes multiple sclerosis does not show up on MRIs. Speak to your neurologist for more details.

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