Spinal Tap

On Friday September 5th I had a spinal tap, also known as a lumbar puncture. Dr. Foley ordered that I have one done to rule out lesions on the spinal cord that the MRI can't see. It came back inconclusive which is the same as negative. I am happy that I am still lesion free but not happy that the test will be repeated every year. It was very uncomfortable and caused me a great deal of anxiety and panic. If I did not know that they threaded a 9cm needle up through my spinal cord I might have been a little more composed. First they gave me a shot of lido-cane in my lower back. I did not mind that part at all. It is the needle that follows that got me sweating. I was having an anxiety attack on the table and literally soaked the pillow case my head was resting on in sweat. The nurse helped me to calm down which I really appreciated. After about thirty minutes they got a clear sample and finished the procedure.
Again, thanks to family and friends for your love and support. It is felt and sustains us, especially when things get hard.
Love
Libby and Dustin