Saw my Neuro Monday

[Raven]

Neuro said my Essential Tremor is better. BUT has also diagnosed me with Functional Movement Disorder. Which he said is more of the problem, ET is an underlying problem. He also acknowledged me when I said I have Fibromyalgia trigger points. He said he THINKS that is also a factor but didn't want to go further into that as it confuses matters. I asked for a brain scan, he said in his mind it is FMD and ET, the scan would come out clear but I want it non the less. He has also referred me to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Upped my Gabapentin dosage. And wants to see me again in a year.

I've been looking into Fibromyalgia and I have a lot of the symptoms, including: Fatigue, Stiffness (that could be my Scheuermann's Kyphosis) Sleep Problems, IBS, Confusion, Slow Speech etc.

Also been reading up about CBT. And think it will also help me with my depression.

I look forward to finding out when I can start the therapy.

 

[Jazzy]

I was just reading about Functional Movement Disorder on this website. Certainly sounds exactly what you've been experiencing. I'm so happy that the neurologist has finally made the diagnosis and can now offer ways to help you. The CBT sounds excellent and I hope you start seeing an improvement especially with your depression.

Please keep us updated as to how your doing.

 

[Sinon]

I had CBT for my depression. It didn't help. Probably because the guy I was seeing was terrible, but still.

 

[Raven]

That's the link I was given by my Neuro to find out more info. Good site that.

Sinon, Could you not ask to see someone else?

 

[Sinon]

Probably, but I didn't see the point. I'm not a fan of the whole 'tell me of your issues' thing. Besides, I'm not dead yet XD

 

[Raven]

Yea me neither. But I think I've reached the point where I need to try.

And if this helps both my shakes and my depression I'm willing to try it.
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[Jazzy]

Yea me neither.  But I think I've reached the point where I need to try.

And if this helps both my shakes and my depression I'm willing to try it.
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Good on you! You never know until you try. 

 

[Elvira]

Good luck with it Raven! I hope it does help!

 

[MrDawn]

Good luck, Raven. Hope everything goes smooth for you.