Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Support Group
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my brother was diagnosed three years ago with transverse mylitis. After his second episode of symptoms he was told it was ms. He went from a wheel chair to a walker to a cane. He was very determined to get better. The last 4 weeks have been very tough. His determination seems to be gone. He has stopped working out. He is whenever he is at work. After doing much research I went to him to discuss depression. After much persuation he finally called the dr. and got a perscription for an anti depressent which he does not want to take. His wife has gotten to the point wher she is not very supportive. Also through his depression he has, unadmittedly" stopped working out. As a result his legs have weakend and he has fallen several times. do you have any advice on how to deal with this situation
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I have had Ttp twice this year I'm 48 my doc said the next time Ttp happens they will take my immune system. Has anyone had this done? Does it work ? What other problems do u get?
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
Depression can be both a cause and a symptom of MS, so treating it is important in getting your brother his quality of life back. You can't do it for him, but neither can family members withdraw support out of anger or frustration. It only makes you feel more alone and reinforces the "I'm worthless" crazy talk that is so common in depression.
Look for the positive. Did your brother do a little more activity on one day, even if he didn't work out? Note that. When he falls, is he able to get himself back up? That's key, as falls are common. Did he join the rest of his family for dinner when all he wanted to do was crawl under a rock and be left alone? Let him know you're glad to see him. Meet him where he is right now, and give the antidepressant time to work -- it can take up to 6 weeks before you see marked improvements.
Hang in there!
-Karen