Had my MRI and EEG today

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MRI was with and without contrast. Not too bad, I just closed my eyes and listened to the rhythm and various tempos of the clicks, whirs, thumps, and beeps (when you're a musician, you hear everything in terms of rhythm, tempo, and sound). EEG was fine -- very relaxing.

By the time we got home (after stopping to eat, and stopping at the Dollar Store and pharmacy), the doctor's office had already called to say they had the test results back and offered to move my follow-up appointment up from August 12 to sometime next week. I called Scheduling, and the only day and time they had before Aug. 12 was next Monday (7/29) at 1:00. Not sure what, if anything, to make of them offering to move the appointment up. My husband was the one who listened to the phone message and he said the nurse didn't sound particularly worried/concerned, like something was majorly wrong.
 
I'm glad the tests went well. I know it's normal to worry about the results or wonder about the appointment change -- but don't let it derail you. You could make a list of questions for the doc though. it's always handy to have them written down, and to write down the answers as well. I hope you are feeling well, and have a relaxing weekend. :)
 
I will be thinking about you tomorrow for your appointment. I had the same thing happen to me. After my first set of tests, The Dr.'s office called right away and moved my appointment up as well. I was worried sick thinking the worst (don't do that). Turns out it was an abnormal EEG so they diagnosed me with seizure disorder. It doesn't help you to worry, although that is easier said than done. Best of luck.
 
My MRI and EEG were fine. I guess this means my brain is "normal," though I sometimes have my doubts, LOL. At least I now have physical proof of brain presence AND activity! Now it's just wait-and-see-if-I-have-another-one. Still no driving for 6 months, state law.
 
I am happy for you that the tests turned out normal. Especially the MRI! I hope you don't have another. They did tell me recently during my video EEG that some small focal seizures sometimes don't pick up on the EEG. It could also be possible that you just didn't have any activity during the test. It's such a short period of time for them to catch anything! Still, I hope for nothing but health for you in the future.
 
I will agree on the driving... though I have yet to receive notification from SGI (drivers license place), others in city Health Region keep telling me "do not drive," with tone in their voice. Depressing! 8)
 
It's weird -- every time I check on Georgia's DDS website and check the status of my license, it says it's "valid." I don't know if I'm not looking in the right place or not, but I did see a separate section that talks about restrictions, and I didn't see the code for seizures anywhere on the part where I checked my license status. I figured that under "check license status" it would have shown if I had any restrictions like that. Maybe I'm wrong?
 
I checked mine too and it says valid as well. My neurologist actually said "it's not like I will be calling the DMV or anything" when he told me about the restriction. However, he urged me to follow the guidelines. It's all about liability. If we drive and were to get in a wreck that's when there would be consequences so to speak. Your insurance could not cover damages and/or drop you. You could then get your license further suspended or loose it. You have to weigh the risks if you are thinking about driving. I haven't cheated one time, but I've been lucky enough to have transportation. If there was an emergency though, I would not hesitate to risk it. Because of recurrent seizures, I have been off the road now for almost eight months. My new D-day (driving day) is October if I don't have anymore. Fingers crossed.
 
Nah, I'm not gonna drive or anything, it was just kinda weird. I figured they would have to notify the DDS/DMV or something.
 
I did too but I guess they don't. I do think they have to send them the clearance paperwork though after the six month EEG. I guess I need to ask at my next appointment.
 
The neuro I saw didn't say anything about another visit to him or another EEG in 6 months. He just said wait and see, and if I have another one, they would start me on seizure meds immediately at the E.R., and then I guess I would have regular visits with the neuro. I guess with my results not showing anything unusual, he likely figures it was just a one-off unless I end up having another one.
 
That's great news! Maybe since I'm already on medication they will have to do another EEG. Who knows? I wish they did a better job of explaining the restriction.
 
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