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laurelvo 08/05/2010

I am newly dx'd and just learning (or trying to) what symptoms are me, hormonal, etc. and what are the ms. I think many are a combo platter. But these waves of fatigue, slight dizziness and zero motivation - oy! Not loving this. Also, I'm told I've probably had ms for over 20 years (ON in my 20's) and come to think of it, I've had really crappy sleep, waking up tired, for about 20 years... So, just trying to piece it all together.

Thanks for being there. This site has really helped me. xx laurel

Seashells1 08/05/2010

Welcome to the group Laurel and I'm sorry that you're here. You will find all kinds of helpful information here.

MSKC 08/05/2010

Welcome laurelvo!!! Yes, this site has helped me learn a wealth of knowledge. Read all you can about MS, stay informed on this site and be proactive with your health decisions. Believe me, there is life after diagnosis and it can still be a good life, with some tweaks here and there!

Blessings to you!

Seashells1 08/05/2010

and MSKC, I just have to tell you, I love that dog picture.

deleted_user 08/05/2010

Hey Laurel...

Alot of us have that experience of realizing that is has been around for a good while. For me, it was nice to have an explanation. You are correct, it is all sort of related, but just a reminder, although it sounds like you already know, don't ever put something off to MS that you aren't sure is. No need to suffer with something that can be helped if you don't need to.

Sorry you have to be here, but as groups you have to join go, this is a pretty friendly one. So welcome.

deleted_user 08/05/2010

I think it's both for me...Seems to get worse around my menstrual cycle! Ugggh

deleted_user 08/05/2010

I was having problems with waking up at about 2 am every night. It reset my sleep-o-meter, so I always felt like I only had 3 hours of sleep instead of 8. Poop! Now I take 1 tylenol pm and sleep like a baby from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. No grogginess on wake-up either.

gmp1968 08/06/2010

Hi Laurel & welcome. I'm new here too. This forum has helped me so much!
I also find that my MS symptoms totally intensify the week before my cycle. I actually thought all of this was just changing hormones for the past couple of years. I really am grateful to finally have an answer & know Im not nuts. Well at least not "full-blown" lol!!
Best Wishes to you!! Hang tight!!
Gina :)

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