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BOTOX and NYSTAGMUS
Jul 28, 2008 09:39PM in the Multiple Sclerosis Community
Botox is used to help with eye tremors and problems with the eyelids. My neuroopthalmologist does it every three months to prevent eyes from shutting off completely. It is a painful process because no anesthesia is used, only ice to numb the eyelid. Botox is a substance that paralizes the area it is injected on, therefore eliminating most of the spasms on ...
neuropsychological exam
Jun 09, 2008 08:01AM in the Multiple Sclerosis Community
Hi, I have not posted for a while, but read the posts every day. Back in 2003 my then neuro, recommended to a have a neuropsychological exam to make sure that I was not making up my symptons. I followed his advice and went to do it. It costs $350.00 and she also billed my medical insurance. It is a whole lot of small tests, which include your cog...
Everyone- I need your ideas!!
May 23, 2008 03:39PM in the Multiple Sclerosis Community
When I first started using a cane, I did just like you, I bought a pretty one. Every time someone would ask why I needed a cane to walk, I would tell them that I was starting a fashion trend. After a while, people may stare, but would not say anything else. One other thing, If you need to use something like a cane, just make it with style. I am no...
What having a mother means
May 11, 2008 02:02PM in the Multiple Sclerosis Community
Cathy, Thank you for your concern. I am also sorry you lost yours at such a young age. I am also sorry that you have not been diagnosed yet, it will come through if the Lord decides that you are as special, and you seem to be, as to be with the group of people He decided were His special ones. Hang in there and ask away whenever you may want my help a...
What having a mother means
May 11, 2008 01:37PM in the Multiple Sclerosis Community
Has anyone sat down and think, how much we need our mothers when we are feeling at a loss because of our daily battles with the Monster inside us? This a glorious day, we are celebrating Mother's DFay, which should be every single day of the year!!!!! I am sorry if my post makes anyone sad, it is not my intention to do so. When were are growing up, we ...
Biggest flare up since the one in Cember
May 09, 2008 04:27PM in the Multiple Sclerosis Community
Thank you for clarifying my mental fog. I am also grateful for your wish for luch. I promise I will keep you up to date in my ordeal. Again, Happy Mother's Day. Zulma