My neurologist says I don't have pa. But my professor says I do. What test can be done to prove this????

[tracyxyz]

[cezzie5]

Hi Traceyxyz,

Did your neurologist base his decision on your blood test results? Your blood profile should show your B12 levels. Sometimes if your results are borderline a good Dr. will also combine this with your med history/ symptoms and make a diagnosis based on both factors. My experience is that some Dr's rely too much on blood results alone without looking at the whole clinical picture. Your Professor must have made his clinical opinion based something tangible so might be worth having a word with him. Has he started you on B12 injections yet?

Stay strong & don't lose heart, it's common for Dr's to differ in opinion, I know having worked as a senior sister for many years.

Good luck

Cezzie x

[editfmrt]

Hi Tracy

I find the Pernicious Ameamia Society invaluable for answering question. I would highly recommend to have a browse on the site to get massives of information:

pernicious-anaemia-society....

They also talk about the new Active B12 blood test which is said to be much better than the Serum B12 blood test

Here is some more info:

active-b12.com/