Lumbar PunctureI had a Lumbar Puncture by my Neurologist last year. First she hiit my sciatic nerve, she missed on second attempt, and third attempt went extremely slow. Two hours a...reactions3repliesCoping
Do your family or friend's truly understand your MS condition?I have a friend who continually makes rude remarks to me, for instance: How come you are not up at 6:00 a.m.? In the morning? Well, I don't function well...reactions14repliesCoping
Diagnosed at 70!!Finally have answers to why my legs are so tired the past 12 yrs. I have PPMS. My legs feel like 1000lb weights. My balance is terrible. If i excerize...reactions2repliesCoping
Suspected MS. Appreciate any adviceHi everyone. This is my first time to post but need to ask your opinions. 11 years ago 7 weeks after my first daughter was born I developed optic neuritis...reactions1replyCoping
New study on Fish oil and MS - Anyone have experience or thoughts?A study came out that relates a reduced risk of MS and eating fish (omega-3s). Does anyone supplement with fish oil? Have you noticed a difference? Should we be cooking...reactions1replyCoping
Colds/Flu among family members - HELPI have MS, get my annual flu shot, am feeling fine but my spouse awoke with a pretty bad cough etc. He never gets the flu shot, and is terrible...reactions1replyCoping
RelapsesCould someone explain Relapses to me? I tell my doctors of all my symptoms but she just suggest taking it easier or can change Medicine. I am on Capaxon now...reactions1replyCoping
Swallowing/talking affected by relapse?Good afternoon friends: every relapse takes a keeps a little of what ever muscle/nerve group that was affected, my feet and hands are under attack but this is the first...reactions1replyCoping
Others don’t understandMy husband I think is still in denial and he avoids me when he is home he sits in front of the tv and plays a stupid war game I...reactions1replyCoping
Handicap Parking Hi everyone. I've been diagnosed with MS for about 6 months now and am still learning to listen to my body. Learning when to take it easy and when I...reactions19repliesCoping