i have been diagnose but not with ms

[summerluvr]

I was at the internal medicine clinic on thurs and they took a history and did an exam then went over blood work.they told me I have multiple myeloma
A rare blood cancer that normally older people get. They did bone marrow biopsie today and a ctscan to check for a blood clot in my heart.
I am typing this from my smartphone hooked up to heavy steroids. There is no cure and I would be lucky to make years. Please pray for me
My first symptoms were blurry eyes doctor today says I have swollen disks. This is a big shock to myself and family. Over two years I probably went to
20 doctors what finally let to the diagnose
Was the elevated proteins in blood they found in ER    

[MarisaV]

You have my prayers.

[candy158]

Hi summer,
I'm so very happy that they are acting so efficiently on your case.  That is the best news to hear.  Alot of us, and I'm sure you included have seen multiple Dr's with no success.  I'm so glad that they worked fast, and are jumping on this.  

Keep up the positive attitude, and remember to reach for those who love you when things get you down. They say that God does not give us more that we can handle.... well, I hope that for you.

Keep strong, and remember you always have a home here.

*HUGS* and prayers,
Candy

[Quixotic1]

Oh, my, dear!  I was off the forum for a couple days and come back to this!  I am so sorry this is happening to you.  What a horrible shock to you and your family.  I cried as I read your note and the outpouring of support and love from you friends here.  And then, I felt your strength as I read your encouraging update.  You seem to have the best of the best working as hard and as fast as they can for you.  I am encouraged that they have targeted therapy directed at the plasma cells that are out of control.  It is encouraging that they can do a bone marrow transplant.  My fingers, toes and eyes will be crossed for you.  I send a special "Thank you" skyward for the diligence of your Internal Medicine Team.

You must stay with us through this.  (Besides, the Mob Family Rules state that you can't leave).  We've already bonded to you and we are here for the long-haul forward as you fight your own monster.  And you will continue to encourage others to never stop looking for the answers.  Everyone needs to know that we all need doctors who will believe us and fight for us.

Cancer sometimes will mimic MS as part of a problem of misguided antibodies called the Paraneoplastic Syndrome.  Multiple Myeloma is one of those cancers that can produce this syndrome of neurologic symptoms.  Mary Kay was another of us that had what looked like MS, but was really the paraneoplastic syndrome of her lung cancer.  It's a mimic that we shouldn't forget.

Summer, you have always put out good ripples in the little pond we all stay afloat in, supporting each of us.  I am sending a non-ending series of good ripples to rock you gently and support you from below.  Stay strong and true to yourself.  People do beat this, and you will be one that does!

All my love,

Quix

[rothexl]

yes, thank you for the update. i'm so glad you've found such a good team of doctors who are starting you on the best possible treatment right away. and of course that you have such a loving husband and family. really good how you approach this, don't think anyone could do this better and this is definitely the right way! i'm sending you lots and lots of strength and you will definitely keep your place in my prayers,
take care and keep us updated if you've got the chance!!!

[Fluffysmom]

Hugs and prayers from me, too.

I'm with everyone else; we are here for you as part of your support system, anytime.

Kathy

[Eyesnlegs]

More (((hugs))) and prayers wafted to you.

Pat xxx