Nobody seems to understand. ...For context, I am a 20 year old who just got diagnosed with MS this year. I am already so tired of it, that I don't know how I'm supposed...reactions5repliesNewly Diagnosed
Weekends......I have found myself in a spiral. I am the sole income provider for my family unit, consisting of myself, my husband, and our roommate (best friend of my hubby...reactions8repliesUndiagnosed/Seeking DiagnosisCopingFatigue
Cognitive issues...I cant even understand how to add a comment to a Forum. Live alone so smart phone helps remind me what day it is, what I'm doing that day and...reactions1reply
On SSD. When applying for something, what do I write in "employer" field?...Do I write "retired", disabled", "SSD" or something else? I'm currently applying to rent a house, & I don't know what to write for "Employer". I never know what is...reactions1replyWork & EmploymentTips & Advice
Has anyone tried functional electrical stimulation (FES)?...My legs are getting more spastic. I read that Functional Electrical Stimulation can help. FES uses low level electrical impulses to stimulate the peroneal nerve, which activates the muscles responsible...reactions8repliesTreatment
Has anyone tried Botox to reduce spasticity?...I am having increasing spasticity in my legs. My foot drop and foot slap are getting worse, which is a tripping/falling hazard. I read that Botox injections can help. These...reactions3repliesTreatment
Feeling Like an Inconvenience...During a past appointment with a neurologist, I received great news that everything was stable. Our visit was going well, and just as we were wrapping up, the doctor mentioned...reactions36comments
Unsupportive Spouses...I’m not sure if/how anyone else has encountered or experiences having to fight their MS Journey without a supporting partner, but I’d really love to know because I could use...reactions1replyCoping
MS and Bladder issues at the age of 20...Like the title implies, I am a 20 year old girl with MS. I just got diagnosed with it in january of 2024. I have been having the issue of...reactions3repliesSymptoms
Help people understand your M.S a little more. ...Had my Ocrevus infusion today and can't lie, I'm feeling pretty rough with the heat in the UK at the moment. See this on YouTube and was impressed https://youtu.be/lOrbDOROr6Q?si=8mNHH3qqhntI7hYh Enjoy!...reactions2repliesAwarenessCommunity ResourcesDiagnosis
Painful and numb right foot...I have often wandered if its true that if a person living with diabetes type 2 and relapsing Remitting type MS both that experiences just in the 1 limb my...reactions1replyPain
Fatigue and balance ...I am good for 1 day of activity like going shopping and then I am down for 2 days. I loose my balance a lot. It is so frustrating....reactions2replies
Tumefactive MS...My daughter who is 36 was diagnosed with tumefactve MS and has been in the hospital for about 18 days. They have released her and she is home We are...reactions3repliesMental HealthTips & AdviceCaregiving
Pseudobulbar Affect...Many people with multiple sclerosis (MS) experience pseudobulbar affect (PBA). PBA is a neurological (nerve) condition that causes episodes of uncontrolled laughing or crying. The outbursts do not match your...reactions5comments
Undoing the damage ...I accidentally discovered something that has reversed some of the damage. Disclaimer: I am not a doctor and have no medical training. This is an account of my own personal...reactions3replies
Disability ...I let my pride take complete control of me. I waited till I can now barely walk etc etc etc to file for disability. Has anyone ever got approved the...reactions2repliesCoping
Now That You Mention it, My Lack of Focus HAS Been Bothering Me!...We’ve all lived with symptoms that puzzle us and we ask ourselves: is this a new MS symptom? And then there are the problems that have hung around so long...reactions22comments
I'm struggling today ...Tomorrow I will be better, but today I am struggling. With the thoughts and emotions. My next neurologist appointment is coming up on Monday, and I've run through so many...reactions2repliesUndiagnosed/Seeking DiagnosisCopingDiagnosis
Self confidence...Mine has disappeared. There is so much I can no longer do. I CAN walk but that is about it. My cognition is rapidly failing along with my ability to...reactions17repliesTips & AdviceCopingDepression
My Wierd symptom...When I am tired my vision adds a heavy green tinge to white and pale backgrounds. It was my first indicator when our dalmatian Jazz became green and black! Writing...reactions3replies
