Posted by Dinah on July 1, 2008, at 8:19:37
In reply to Update, posted by gardenergirl on June 28, 2008, at 22:53:37
All neurologists are not created equal. My previous sleep neurologist was positive I had narcolepsy, and nothing I told him would shake that belief. The new one had me go off for a blood test that couldn't confirm narcolepsy but could rule it out, and it immediately ruled it out.
I've still ended up with a diagnosis of idiopathic hypersomnia, so basically he still doesn't have a clue. But I feel better about it than I did with the other guy. He explained very well the factors that probably come into play, and he has me on an effective treatment and confronted my insurance company to do it.
My first headache neurologist wanted to prescribe me narcotics. Period. My second headache neurologist did a thorough neurological exam, but no expensive tests, asked a lot of very detailed questions, and basically had me feeling very comfortable that she understood my problem and could treat it.
It doesn't sound like you feel comfortable with this guy. Is it possible to find another?
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