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Hi, i was diagnosed with ppms and normal brain mri but the neurologist did not prescribed any treatment. is this normal? thanks?
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If you truly do have proven MS, and indeed it is primary progressive, medication approved by FDA is available. Did you have lumbar puncture, or spinal cord MRI, or blood testing for NMO?? Suggest you get a second opinion, and preferably find an MS specialist.
Answered 3/9/2021
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