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![]() Here is My Question: Are IV steroids ever used to treat minor symptoms? I have numbness and some pain in my lower legs. I still walk fine but the sensations are very uncomfortable. Would IV steroids help with this? Answer: IV steroids are reserved primarily for clinically significant attacks that affect motor function (ie weakness, incoordination, and difficulty controlling bowel/bladder function). Sensory attacks many times can be managed without steroids; however, there are exceptions. The sensory symptoms you are describing are less likely to reflect new inflammation (ie, a new attack of MS), but rather fluctuating symptoms as a result of older scarring to the nervous system. An evaluation by a neurologist (or speaking with a neurologist who knows your disease is best). Symptomatic treatment is usually indicated (this is treatment other than steroids) for your current issues. You can read more at: http://www.healthcarejourney.com/numbnesstinglingaltered-sensation.html A. Scott Nielsen MD MMSc Neurologist and MS Specialist at Kaiser Permanente
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