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4 years ago tested neg for ms with mri and spinal tap. have a lot of ms symptoms. whats the chances if it being pos now after 4 yrs?
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Multiple sclerosis: You need to see a neurologist and be fully assessed. This disease can appear within a 4 year hiatus from your last exam. On the other hand it would be a little unusual and you may be having some other issues causing your anxiety. Please be seen and fully evaluated. Good luck.
Answered 3/31/2015
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