I took a peek at MRI/3T

[sues1953]

Hi all,

I have an appointment with Dr. Kartush (MI Ear Institute) on Tuesday, along with a bunch of other tests for hearing a balance.  I had the MRI done last Thursday and they made a couple of copies for me to take with.  I probably shouldn't have looked at it but I did  .  The shape doesn't even look the same as the previous MRI done in Dec, and it looks much bigger.  Now I really wish I hadn't looked at it.  I am not a radiologist of course and am hoping that it is the difference in the kind of MRI (3 Tesla).  I didn't actually measure it, too scared  .

I have two more days to wait for my appt.  I need prayers and encouragement from you guys.  I don't want to upset my family.

Sue in Michigan

[leapyrtwins]

Sue -

don't get wound up, wait until Tuesday to see what Dr. Kartush has to say.

As you say, you aren't a radiologist; you may be worrying needlessly. Oftentimes we think we know a situation and we don't.

Prior to my first post op MRI I had a headache or two and a few twinges in my head.  I was convinced that my AN was regrowing.  I spent about two weeks freaking out, only to find that when the MRI was done everything was absolutely fine. 

Chances are your MRI isn't as bad as you think it is and if for some reason you are right, what's the biggest consequence?  That you decide on a doctor and a course of treatment?  That's a path you are already going down and should be close to making a decision on anyway.

Prayers,

Jan

[sues1953]

Thank you Jan,

I know your right.  Hopefully I will feel comfortable with Dr. Kartush and I will have a surgery date set by this evening, whatever the news on the new MRI.  I will be posting my outcome of today for sure.  I have a full day of testing today then speak with the Dr. at 4.  I have alot to be thankful for, I have learned so much in the past 3 and a half months.  I wouldn't do anything differently.

I appreciate your support.   Sue

[leapyrtwins]

Sue -

how'd yesterday's appointment go?

Jan

[sues1953]

Thanks Jan, Denise, Carol Ann,  and all of you who have guided me through this long process.  My appt. yesterday went very well and I was most impressed with Dr. Kartush.

The girls that schedule surgery had gone for the day by the time I got out of there so I will post my surgery date either today or tomorrow.  I am feeling a huge weight off my shoulders. 

No measurable growth on the new MRI, you were so right Jan 

God Bless you guys!

Sue

[leapyrtwins]

No measurable growth on the new MRI, you were so right Jan 

Could you say that louder?  I just LOVE it when I'm right! 

Did you read this, Lori?? 

Seriously, I am SO glad to hear there was no measurable growth.

I saw your surgery date on another thread.

Congrats! 

Jan