Lingo

[SBrewitt]

Hi, is anyone able to help with lingo?

I have:
- 13mm lesion covering my C3 and C4.
- 12mm lesion superior to the body of the left lateral ventricle.
- 11mm lesion lateral to occipital hornof the right ventricle.

Can anyone tell what this actually means? Bad, good, average?

Thanks,
Sarah

[IntoDust]

Hi, is anyone able to help with lingo?

I have:
- 13mm lesion covering my C3 and C4.
- 12mm lesion superior to the body of the left lateral ventricle.
- 11mm lesion lateral to occipital hornof the right ventricle.

Can anyone tell what this actually means? Bad, good, average?

Thanks,
Sarah

Hi, Sarah
I see this is your first post on MSWorld. Are you newly diagnosed?
Have you you reviewed your MRI with your neurologist or are these the findings from your MRI report?
I can’t tell you what the size of the lesions mean in terms of prognosis or severity, nor can I say they’re caused by MS, but the average lesion size for MS is around 7mm. 80% of lesions are less than 8mm, but obviously they can be much larger and more confluent.

[smalltowngirl]

Hi and welcome, Sarah! MRI’s are incredibly valuable when it comes to diagnosing MS, but there are other things to consider as well. Are you waiting on a diagnosis?

I will say those lesions seem larger than I’ve heard of, but then again, I can’t remember the size of my own lesions! I’m sorry I can’t be more helpful. I’m sure more will post and offer guidance. In the meantime, here’s a link to an article (if you’re awaiting a follow-up visit with your doctor, perhaps print it and write your questions down to take to the appointment with you):

https://multiplesclerosisnewstoday.c...ple-sclerosis/

Wishing you peace,
smalltowngirl

[Mamabug]

Welcome, Sarah

I can't answer your question. Just wanted to say hi. :-)