Experiences with

Functional neurological disorder (FND)

I was recently diagnosed with Functional Neurological Disorder after a 10-year-long search for a diagnosis to figure out what was wrong with me. I am still learning a lot about this. I had no idea that my issues were even neurological.

I was just diagnosed with functional neurological disorder about 4 weeks ago.

How many of us have been told that it's all due to being depressed or anxious or to being a hypochondriac, to having FND (functional neurological disorder), MUPS (Medically Unexplained Symptoms) etc..... I'm not a health professionals so please correct my explanations if needed.

I have recently been diagnosed with FND functional neurological disorder. And Charles Bonnette syndrome this is all taking Francis in my life now as I’m having, episodes two or three every day now and I’m fairly exhausted with it all.

Apologises if posted somewhere before, but it was the date of this article and the recommended Care Model that caught my eye, I was searching for "rule in" signs for FND to post. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8633865/ Hopefully now the medical professional are beginning to see the light

I'm Angie and have been battling with weird physical symptoms for 3 1/2 years to Finally get a Functional Neurological Disorder/Functional Movement Disorder diagnosis.

(Functional Neurological Disorder) I'm waiting for the next saga in my life to unfold. ( Sorry I sound so gloom and doom guys) It's just exploding in my mind/thoughts all the time.

The bit that caught my attention: Full resolution of FND symptoms occurs in 63%–95% of children if diagnosis and treatment are promptly delivered using a multidisciplinary, biopsychosocial, stepped-care approach. Despite this need, pediatric FND services are scarce worldwide. The link to the article

A tweet from a Specialist, Zach London: Saw another patient with sensory neuronopathy who had been misdiagnosed with functional neurological disorder.

Neurologist finally confirms diagnosis of Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) with paroxysmal non-epileptic events. Being referred for CBT . Anyone had same diagnosis ? Any useful information on how to manage condition whilst waiting for CBT appt would be appreciated. TIA

Current diagnosis’ : Tourette’s, FND (functional neurological disorder), depression Current medication: fluoxetine 20mg Strong family history of thyroid problems - paternal nan, aunt and female cousin, maternal nan and great aunt I’m aware that fluoxetine can increase prolactin but with her other

I wrote a post on cognitive disorders a few weeks ago, following a diagnosis of FND (Functional Neurological Disorder) - although I may have only mentioned it in passing. I was very sceptical. In fact, I still remain quite unsure, but there are a number of symptoms that do make it plausible.

This is for people who have a diagnosis of Functional Neurological Disorder. The purpose of the study is to understand some of the factors impacting on an individual’s quality of life, in order to think about ways to improve services and support available.

I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia last year and referred to a neurologist this year after experience increasing episodes of involuntary facial movements, slurred speech and jerky limb movements. The neurologist said she thinks I probably have symptoms of FND. I am getting referred for an MRI scan to

When I went to the ER for these days long episodes, a doctor gave me the golden words, "Functional Neurological Disorder."

I am a simple man. I eat a bowl of broccoli sprouts every morning. I sprout my own and it is cheap and easy. Over 2 years and I have never had a jar not sprout. But they have these capsules and whatnot. Are they good? I don't know. This paper says plain sprouts are better. You get more sulforaphane

I am going through a tough time right now. I can't seem to get back on track. I want to tackle addictive issues first before I start really working on my mental health yet I keep going back to my addictive behaviors. It seems like I have no ability to control myself. I feel as if my addictive behaviors

Hi all, for those of you who went on to have another pregnancy and birth after your initial experience with PPP - I have a few questions. My psychosis happened a year ago. I’ve been fortunate enough to remain well. Next year my husband and I will be trying for another baby. My psychiatrists are confident

Not asking for medical advice, just seeing if anyone’s had good or bad effects with the following medications/supplements for anxiety/depression: -OTC Lithium Orotate (5-10mg) -N.A.C (N-acetyl cysteine) -Vitex Agnes-Castus/Chasteberry -Luvox *all suggestions from my new psychiatrist* I’m at my

any help is greatly appreciated. I’ve been on it for years and it never really seemed to help to my liking. Anxiety wasn’t reduced, I’m bipolar 2 so if anything it’s helped with the highs. I’m at rock bottom and since starting pristiq about 3 months or so ago I’ve fallen deeper in the hole. I’m planning