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If you need to have a Electronystagmogram
(ENG) then you will likely be referred to a doctor trained
specifically to conduct the test. You
may be asked for a medical history and whether or not you have had X-Rays or
MRIs.
There are two parts to
the test: mild "shock" to various areas where the impact to the
nerve can be measured and a needle that will be used to stimulate the nerve in
specific areas. It may sound scary, but in the end it is not so much.
YOU WILL FEEL BETTER IF YOU KNOW WHAT TO EXPECT
PART I
- The doctor will measure and mark skin along certain paths of nerves to be evaluated
- He or she will clean your skin with cotton and alcohol
- Electrodes will be placed in specific areas on your skin
- Once the doctor applies the "shock" it may make your "digits" jump
- It does not hurt - it is more of a buzzing sensation that you will feel
PART II
- During the second part the doctor will use a very slender needle
- He or she will insert it through your skin and into the nerve in order to measure reaction
- Since the needle is so slender you will barely feel most of the insertions
- If you do feel anything from the insertions you will likely not consider it painful
- The doctor will again follow the path of your nerves and take measurements through the electrodes
You will not be able to
get the results at this appointment and the report should be ready in 1 -2
weeks.
What concerns do you have about your upcoming ENG?
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