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Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic disease which affects the brain and spinal cord. MS can cause a variety of symptoms, including changes in sensation, visual problems, muscle we...
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I haven't been clinically diagnosed with MS yet but for a month and a half my vision in my left eye has been very blurry various doctors said my eye was great an MRI showed that I have optic neuritis in both eyes yesterday, the doctor said he is sure I have MS because of this but he can't diagnose me. So now I have to wait to see another neurologist and get a spinal tap and another MRI.
I have always been healthy but this year I've been a little different. I don't really know about MS so I'm very scared. So far this year I have been extremely tired everyday but can't sleep, I have bee diagnosed with depression, I noticed my finger usually starts shaking but I never paid attention because My great aunts and father have the shaking issue, I have recently been having a lot of problems remembering simple things like why I left the room and why I opened the fridge. I've also had some mild feelings of pins and needles in my hands and feet. So i was wondering if any of this can be symptoms or signs. I'd really like some info or advice. Thanks. Posted on 08/05/09, 10:08 am |
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All I'm going to say is welcome. I won't try and diagnose you, and please understand...even if you do have MS, you can still be healthy. I am. : ) There are great people here, so if you need to talk to anyone, just ask.
Once again, glad you found us. xoxo Jen 
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Ditto Jen. This is a great place to learn and get support. Welcome.
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thanks I think I'm just so scared because the doctor tells me that then puts me on 25 pills a day for three days and it's only been one day but it was horrible. It wasn't even 25 throughout the day it has to been done within half an hour or faster if I can. But thanks for the welcome again.
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Stay strong !! there are great people here!!
Welcome, CC
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I am sorry you are having issues with your sight. My hubby did too in the beginning but no problems with it since Dec 2004. I hope they can give you a correct dx and then treatment.
You might want to ask the neuro if he is going to do a MRI of brain and C-Spine BOTH with and withOUT contrast. This is how my hubby was dx. You might also want to go to a good endo and ask for some hormone tests in regards to your sleep issues..just in case. All my best to you EP www.RAMSwebsite.Net
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Hi and welcome! We have alot in common. I have optic neurosis(blury vision and eyes keep shutting by themselves) hand tremor, and incredible fatigue. I started having symptoms in 2006. My MRI showed lesions but the spinal tap ruled out MS. My neuro says that I have MS although I haven't been clinically diagnosed yet. God know I get ALL of the symptoms. This condition sucks but we are all here to support one another. Please take it one day at a time. I know it's a scary time for you, trust me.
Hang in there Hanna
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I just want to thank everyone so much I reall just needed this to feel better, you have no idea how much this has helped me it's only been one day and I'm alreay taking so much Prednisone as a preventative my doctor gave me 1250mg for three day and I'm just so sick. Just being abe to talk to people who went through this or is going through this is such a great feeling.
Thank you. - Tash
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HI and welcome. If you have to be at a support site, the MS group here is a good one to find yourself in. I have had all the things you describe, but I caution you to wait for a dx. I would like to echo the asking for both spine and brain with and without contrast. I actually was dxd with that, but, basically for insurance and other reasons, I also had a spinal tap.
I think that maybe once you know what the dx is, and have a reason for why you are feeling some of what you are, it will help you to feel better. I know it sounds strange, but just thinking "something" is wrong and having no name for it can be really nervewrecking. So good luck as you go through this process, and remember that there are lots of people here to help and support you.
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Wow! I've never heard of anyone taking that much Prednisone in pill form in one day. Usually that much steriod is done by IV on an outpatient basis. But I would trust what your current says to do. The quicker you get to a Neurologist the better. I guess you know the Prednisone is what is interfering with your sleep right now. It may take awhile for you to return to your usual sleeping pattern.
For now just take one step at a time, and think about that each day may be better than the day before. As the Prednisone wears off, you should begin to feel better. I know how overwhelming this can be and I feel for you. Smile and try to think positive. I know this is easier said than done but it does help.
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