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I"m getting a lp to test for ms because of mri results and some symptoms. if i do have ms could that be the cause of my long time occuring visual snow?

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Dr. Paul Velt answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

Very possible : In young people, one of the early signs of MS is optic neuritis. The spinal fluid should confirm or exclude the presence of MS. Best Wishes

Answered 1/10/2016

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