questionable mri of brain

[kathleen50]

I am 50, and recently had a mri of brain due to a disorder ,recently diagnoised nystagmus. I dont understand, why the radiologitis thinks a person of my age, has only 3, also it says, I have left mastoid mucosal thickening consistent with chronic mastoditis. there is sparing of the brainstem and cerebelum,no evidence of mass, also I recently had a test to see what my mental health dignoises was. i have severe memory problems. depression. and borderline intelluctal function disorder, I do not remember faces, the last time I took that test, they said I had early dementa, 72 IQ. I beleive I am smater than that, I mhave had some falls lately, I think due to my walking, something to do with my feet, The neurologitis told me, I am ok, And my problem is this is the way I am wired, he sent me home, I am confused, need a little more explaining, it needs to be written down, or I want remember what he says, can you explain some of this to me, so I can rest, for a while

[Guitar_grrrl]

Hi, there, and Welcome!  You've found a great place with lots of knowledgeable people.

Your neurologist sounds like he's blowing you off, possibly because of your age?  Nystagmus, cognitive issues, walking issues and depression aren't "just the way you're wired".  There's something wrong, and you deserve answers.

I love ku's idea of taking a friend or family member with you to your appointments.  Get copies of your medical reports (I do!), keep your own records, and make a list of questions before you see your neurologist.  I would also suggest getting a second opinion.

On the right side of the page are links to our Health Pages. These are FULL of all kinds of useful info, including preparing yourself for an appointment, and advocating for yourself.

Keep in touch and let us know what's happening!
Cheers!

[ku111]

There are many people on here that I am sure will comment with much more knowledge than myself.  Do you have anyone that can go with you to appointments?  I think it is important for either someone to take notes while the dr. is talking or the dr. makes clear answers and notes for you to read back over later.  Keep a notebook, and as you can and remember questions, write them down for your dr. to answer or for the person with you to write down for you.  I have done this for many friends who were faced with severe medical issues and they told me how much it helped.  They have done the same for others.  I keep a notebook (bright red) for my son's appointments and I write notes and questions often.  Too often at the appointments they are either rushed, overwhelming, forget to ask or whatever...  I wish you the very best!