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Dr told me i had multiple cerv and lumbar radiculopathies mri report didnt note anything abnormal i had an abnormal ncs and emg on l and r arm. worry?

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Dr. Eric Chiang answered

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See an expert!: Since neurologist is an expert with nerve and EMG/NCS will better assist you with exploring reason why having abnormal NCS report but normal cervical MRI.

Answered 4/8/2016

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A member asked:

Dr told me i had multiple cerv and lumbar radiculopathies mri report didnt note anything abnormal i had an abnormal ncs and emg on l and r arm. worry?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Eric Chiang answered

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