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what to do when Baclofen quits helping?

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Hi fellow MS friends...

Baclofen has been my breakthrough Rx med for for my inconclusive diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis. Zanaflex helps some too as does Skelaxin. I am to go to Rush-Presb MS Center as soon as the doctors egos get out of their way and coincide with the too many yearly repeated MRI's/CT scans. Any suggestions for how to get my Rush Neuro and other docs to collaborate rather than continuing to wait for proper care and treatment for the MS which just showed up in 05 over other brain and spinal cord damaged caused by childhood physical abuse. Any feedback will be greatly appreciate and connecting with others w MS through DS will be appreciated.

with much gratitude,

Jennifer
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When Baclofen stopped being effective for me, my neuro put me on Klonopin. I have to take less of it and it seems to be more reliable for me. As far as getting the docs on the same page, I started insisting on getting a copy of all tests myself and am keeping my own medical file. Some docs like my attitude of I'm in charge of my own care, and some don't, regardless, it has stopped a lot of repetitive tests and I fell it lets them know I'm in charge of my disease. Just some suggestions.

Good luck, Rana
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