What is Multiple Sclerosis MS
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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Welcome! It's not a fun "club" to be a part of but since you've got no choice we're happy to have you! Your doc is probably giving you the prednisone because its cheaper than having you get a solumedrol infusion. Take it easy! Once the steroids are over you'll feel better! 
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welcome! wait, that sounds way too enthusiastic, but you know what i mean.
what's with all the drugs? i had my diagnosis AND optic neuritis and wasn't on anything in pill form. and the eye issues went away eventually. best of luck with all of that. you'll meet some amazing people here that can help, i know i have.
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Hey preciousa,
I'm new here too and I have found this site to be incredibly informative and enlightening. I am on a much lower dose of Prednisone, pill form in a taper down. 60 mg a day for 5 days and down 10mg a day. It's a tiny dose in comparison to what I see you are taking and a miniscule dose in comparison to what I have read other have taken... and it's all my gen md was willing to do without Neuro input... but! it does help, I still have lots of symptoms but they are fuzzed out, and the stabbing sensations have really faded. I have experienced pretty sever acid indigestion, but antacids work. The only thing it hasn't helped are the muscle spasms, but thank heaven they are painless spasms, just annoying... I eat regularly anyway, I eat like a pig actually, and it says to eat a snack at least before taking the Pred. and I've read that it can and usually does cause weight gain, but I have lost 6 lbs in 5 days on the stuff... go figure... I wish you all the best, stay in touch
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Preciousa,
I have just joined this group. I will be posting allot from now on. I have had Ms for a very long time and I also have vision problems. I will be happy to share how I manage and live a very active life. Stay positive and be open to accept support.
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hi there i was wondering if someone can help me. i haven't been diognised with ms yet i am waiting to have an mri. my symptons are pain in lower back going through into my right side. vision changes urine changes and contsipation where nothing helps! differculty in walking and major bloating in the stomach. i have been like this on and off for the last year. i have passed blood tests with flying colors i have had xrays done on my back and hips, everything is fine. i have tried irb treatmnt to no success so now im just waiting and waiting for this mri. i find that over doing this seams to trigger my sumptoms. id love to here somone elses view? thanks and sorry for going on...
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