Diagnosed

[gypcwmn]

It is bitter sweet to be diagnosed as many of you have stated before me. At least now i can get treatment, my neuro gave me Pain med, Headache med to treat and prevent also prescribed something for energy. He suggested i start with Copaxone. I am not looking forward to the shots but it has to be done.                                                         Last time i saw a neuro i had brain,spinal, neck lesions negative LP and EVP still do. Only symptoms i had in January was Headache and Fatigue, Now i have Fatigue, Headache, Hip pain, Dizziness, ON 4 times, Numb rt heel, numb toes on both feet, Forgetfulness, Balance issues,Tingling, Pins and needles, Vibrations, Rt leg spasms, Last week i left a store and got in someone elses car did`nt realize it until my key would not fit in the ignition, it was`nt even the same make or color car as mine Oops! So many changes in such a short time.

[Mike_Shuswap]

Welcome to the club. I'm a dx newby too (March 29, 2010), prescribed Gabapentin and Rebif.

I'll be interested to hear how your meds work for you in the future.

It is a bitter sweet thing, but for me knowing is better than being stuck in limbo land, and you're right, at least now you can get treatment.

I hope the Copaxone works for you.

Good luck!

Mike

[michelleric]

Sorry for your diagnosis.  Even though we "know" there is "something" wrong with us, it is hard to hear the actual words.

My thoughts are with you...  Michelle

[Lulu54]

Now you have the answer to your MyStery ... take lots of time to digest this news.  And remember the warning that you will have your ups and downs emotionally with this for quite some time.  

No, we are not psychic, it's just that those of us with a dx have been through the many phases of denial, euphoria and grief. Actually, I visit all of those repeatedly.

we are here to walk this trail with you  - don't forget to visit here often with your questions and your rants.  You will have both.

again, sorry for your diagnosis but now you know the face of your enemy.

be well, Lulu

[tonyad]

  I too am sorry of your dx but glad for you that you
finally have answers.

   Be kind to yourself as you may have some emotional ups and
downs w/ your new dx.

Take Care,
~Tonya

[Sparkysarah]

Hiya..I still consider myself very newly diagnosed (3 weeks ago) and was amazed to suddenly find a whole load of new  neurological symptoms developed. Still don't know if it was brought on by the stress of hte whole process or if I just hit a bad relapse. I still ahve many questions to ask and a lot to find out bt have needed a bit of time to come to terms with diagnosis. In some ways it is a relief to know..but other people's reactions (not on this site) has kind of hit home what I am now dealing with. I am seeing my new MS neuro next week to talk about treatment so you are already ahed of me. Good luck and join the gang! Cheers for now Sarah

[Guitar_grrrl]

Sorry for your MiSerable diagnosis.  You have true friends here, though.  Good luck with your Copaxone.  Keep in touch.

Hugs,
Guitar_grrrl

[truelove47]

I am glad you found an answer.

Living in limbo is terrible.

Wishing you the best

Linda

[essdipity]

I've never thought of myself as having been recalled. It's just that my warranty expired long ago.

ess

[MsWobbles]

Congratulations on your diagnosis (even though you're unsure about this).  Knowing is empowering.  Either way, knowing or not knowing, you still have the condition only now you can get the help you need and legitimately belong to a local MS support group and get their assistance, suggestions, and mutual support.  

Your comment about trying to get into the wrong car really struck home with me.  I've done that a few times, but once when I went to a car the same make and color as mine, shockingly, my key actually fit and opened the door!!  I started to get in, but recognized the seat fabric and other things inside the car were different -that it wasn't
my car.  Thank God I don't have Alzheimer too - I would have just driven away!!  See, there are some positive things about MS!!

WAF

[essdipity]

Good luck to you. Please keep coming back for info, support and sometimes even fun. We wish you well.

ess

[HVAC]

Take care of yourself.

Alex

[Erin0313]

  You are correct when you say that it is bittersweet to be dx with MS. The energy and rollercoaster of searching is over but it is scary.

At least now you can spend that energy on learning to find the best treatments for your MS and if need be making life style changes to slow your progression and make your days less painful.

You are in a good place here so take comfort in having found a great forum already. The wonderful caring people here have helped me through all kinds of trouble/issues and I am sure you will find the same is true.

Take care & Good Luck
Hugs,
Erin :)

[gypcwmn]

Thank you all for the welcome and words of encouragement, I have been a lurker since Sept09 joined the forum in March 2010. You have all been a wealth of information.

[supermum_ms]

So sorry you've got MS, welcome to our little corner, a place of knowledge and understanding, friendship is freely offered, this is a wonderful place. As you move through the next chapter of your life, there will be many who understand and can offer help and support, no question is out of the question, because someone may have an answer that you need, or at the least an understanding.

Cheers..........JJ

[Wobbly]

Welcome to our forum, it's not a nice Dx, but you have answers and now can have treatment.. I hope the meds he has given you can help with you symptoms your having... sure does come on quick at times.

take care and yourself and stay online to chat..

wobbly
dx

[rendean]

I'm sorry you have received the diagnosis of MS but at least you know what you are battling. You will find lots of support and camaraderie here as you travel down this sometimes bumpy road. Know that no post is too silly or any question to simple to ask. Come here for support, to vent, to commiserate and find empathy.

Today, I guess yesterday, since it's after midnight, marked my one yr. anniversary with my diagnosis. I still have bad days but the good days are starting to outnumber them as I learn about this disease and how my body reacts to it.

Please stay in touch and let us know how you are doing.

Best wishes as you start down this road.
Ren

[Quixotic1]

Well, welcome to the party.  I'm glad you didn't have to go very long searching and sad it has to be this.  Stay tuned, you'll need your friends here for a lot of ups and downs.

How are you doing iwth it all?

Quix