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General Category => AN Issues => Topic started by: anijoy on September 21, 2012, 06:19:34 AM

Title: Diagnosed with AN than re-diagnosed with a Retention Cyst
Post by: anijoy on September 21, 2012, 06:19:34 AM

Hello,
I was diagnosed on 9/18 with an AN on 9/19 Dr changed my diagnosis to a retention cyst.  I have all symptoms of an AN.  See an ENT on 10/10.  Should I get a second opinion to confirm diagnosis?  Also does anyone have fainting, severe balance issue and ear pain with there AN?  Those are some of my symptoms.  Along with exhaustion.  Like some opinions.
Thanks,
Anijoy

Title: Re: Diagnosed with AN than re-diagnosed with a Retention Cyst
Post by: Jim Scott on September 21, 2012, 12:05:25 PM

Hi, Anijoy ~

Welcome.  Were I in your situation I would definitely seek another physician's opinion.  However, I would ask the doctor on what basis he changed his diagnosis.  To the best of my knowledge (I'm not a doctor) a retention cyst and an acoustic neuroma are quite different. 

Jim

Title: Re: Diagnosed with AN than re-diagnosed with a Retention Cyst
Post by: MDemisay on September 21, 2012, 01:49:55 PM

Dear Anijoy,


I would agree with Jim always seek another opinion, particularly when the doctor changes HIS opinion.

Mike

Title: Re: Diagnosed with AN than re-diagnosed with a Retention Cyst
Post by: leapyrtwins on September 21, 2012, 02:35:27 PM

I concur with Jim and Mike.

I didn't have the symptoms you mention, but everyone's AN Journey is unique - so my experience isn't necessarily yours.

Jan

Title: Re: Diagnosed with AN than re-diagnosed with a Retention Cyst
Post by: geexploitation on September 24, 2012, 05:15:09 PM

Yes! Second opinion! Book an appointment or get on the phone with providers mentioned here in the forums.