Blood tests are used to rule out other conditions which may mimic some of the symptoms or findings. Fibromyalgia is a condition affecting muscles, tendons and joints causing pain fatigue and other symptoms. Although some of the symptoms such as fatigue numbness and tingling may overlap, one does not usually see the typical signs of MS in patients with Fibromyalgia unless they have both conditions which is possible. If a person had such mild MS that no abnormalities were detected on examination or some of the other diagnostic tests, it might be difficult to be certain that they had MS early on, however, over time one would expect things to become clearer. I have had MS symptoms for 3 yrs from cognitive to sexual.
All tests are negative.
One doctor says possible MS and others don't know. I am taking medications for fatigue, pain and restlessness in my legs. Other symptoms are now surfacing. MS is not a diagnosis reached because nothing else is apparent. There are some specific diagnostic criteria which should be demonstrated and it appears from your letter that these are lacking at the present time.