MRI results, not GCA, but appears stroke had happened

[arvine]

well Rheumy called with results this moring of MRI, I have to say, was taken back, showed evidence of stroke? could have happened in last 6 mos he said, i never had any numbness, lloss of speech, etc, so I was very shocked, now more tests, dropping pred to 20 mgs tomorrow or 2 weeks, had specialized bloodwork today, and he is setting up appt at stroke clinic, and also setting up Catscan , for arteries in neck,for possible blockage, also have to start on 81 mgs of aspirin, gosh, all of this after 6 plus yrs of PMR, so his plan is to reduce to 20 tomorrow for 2 weeks, then bloodwork, then 15 for 2 weeks, bloodthen 12 1/2 , and on and on, Iam not sleeping well, which I think is from pred, feeling woozy,, and fatigue, could be from pred, weird most days, very anxious about it all, but I think at least my rheumy is on top of everything, and doesnt waste time getting tests etc, and calling me, still nerve racking, ??

[PMRCanada]

What a shock! Glad to hear your rheumy is on top of all that needs follow up moving forward.

[arvine in reply to PMRCanada]

it really was, but my rheumy moves on my issues pretty quicklly, thank goodness, very helpful,

[DorsetLady PMRGCAuk volunteer]

Sorry to hear that..but glad to hear to that you are bring referred to necessary people…fingers crossed for you.

[arvine in reply to DorsetLady]

thanks a lot

[123-go]

What a horrible time for you. Your head must be spinning with all that’s happened and this latest news. Yes, your rheumy appears to be very much on top of things and doing everything he feels necessary. Have faith - sending my best wishes to you.

[arvine in reply to 123-go]

thank you very much

[Elispeth]

So sorry to hear that this has happened to you after 6yrs of PMR 😔! It does sound like your consultant is on top of it 🙏! Hope that you can gain some peace of mind soon. Wishing you all the very best x

[arvine in reply to Elispeth]

thanks Elispeth

[Purpleazalia]

Sorry to hear your news on top of everything else you're going through. Your consultant sounds excellent and will hopefully soon have you on the right path for the best health outcome for the circumstances. Sending all good wishes to you x

[arvine in reply to Purpleazalia]

thanks so much

[HappyDiamonds]

What a shock that must have been for you arvine but at least its reassuring that you are being so well taken care of by your Rheumy. Sending best wishes and positive vibes your way.

[arvine in reply to HappyDiamonds]

yes, it was for sure, thank you

[Pixix]

I know of people who’ve had a mini stroke, or TIA & not known they’ve had one until a scan showed it. Mum had a slight stroke, but lost her speech so realised something was wrong…she was still doing the washing up when the doctor arrived!! Hope all goes well!

[SheffieldJane]

what a shock arvine. Sending you all best wishes for everything to go well. 💐

[Bcol]

Had a bit of a shock with my MRI results but nothing compared to the one you must have had. Glad to see Rheumy seems to be on top of everything, hugs and best wishes for everything going well.

[arvine in reply to Bcol]

thanks so much

[Merryfield]

Good luck, Arvine. I understand there is medication for if you start having tias.