Hi all. I have not been diagnosed. In fact I have just begun to think that maybe MS is what's wrong with me. By way of background, I am female, a young-looking...
Hi everyone, It's been a while since I've been able to post. Anyway, I was diagnosed back in March with MS and they found out I also have a cyst on the pineal...
I can't believe how expensive your medical costs are in the US. Here in New Zealand we have a publice health system where operations are free, though there...
Hi all.... sorry to hear about your hurdles....I don't have any suggestions about the insurance issue other than write a complaint to them or contact the local...
someone new to the list recently wrote about possibly having MS. She said she has been losing lots of hair. Just thought I'd mention that this is a symptom of...
taliswoman7 wrote: snip>> As for the spinal tap ... I have to get one done Thursday so I feel for you, kinda scary but I need to know it it's MS or not since I...
Hi all, Well I was finally able to convince my doctor that the burning tingling pain in my legs was real and not just my imagination. He agreed to try me on...
I would like to inform you that I have put together a Golf outing to benefit the Allegheny chapter of NMSS, here in Pittsburgh. The event will take place...
I take Neurontin too, due to more stifness that causes pain and in turn lack of mobility. I take Neurontin 3 times a day, it is not just for at night. I would...
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I have to take Milk of Magnesia. Not because of constipation exactly. It's more like the food is not moving through my intestines very quickly and I get...
I end up going through a large bottle of Tums EX every month. After I eat I get sleepy. If I don't take a nap, I pay for it. If I don't take Tums before I lay...
Interesting, haven't heard this. I've got a problem, might be similiar to yours, I don't know. Next time I see a dr about this is the end of this month. So,...
So my spinal tap was no big deal at all. They gave me valium ahead of time so the muscles don't contract and that left me loopy and in a great mood. I laid...
Hi good people. This is old Granny Red. I'm still hanging in there. Have had some difficult personal problems these past few weeks. Don't we all? Anyway, I...
I'm so glad everything went well for you during your procedure. I know you were worried. Has your headache gone away yet? I know that can be bothersome but it...
Dear All, My name is Stephanie and I am 31 years old. I have not had a deffinate dx yet of ms, but my neuro thinks it is coming. I am having avery difficult...
Is there anyone out there who does not experience digestive problems once in awhile?? I think those of us with MS are more apt to. I find Pepcid to be the...
You've come to the right place to find people who understand. Welcome to the group! You are not less of a person. None of us are. The symptoms can be really...
Kimber, Took 4 days for that headache to go away, lol. Oh well, atleast it's over now. My father told me a story about when he was a child. He had to have a...
My heart goes out to you. You are not alone as so many of us have gone through similar times. MS seems to take it's time to make itself known, meanwhile you...
... Part of living is adapting and modifying. Feel free to continue to write to us here. I have a Masters Degree in Mental Health and have been diagnosed with...
yes stephanie, we all feel like what you are describiing at times. i have had ms for almost 11 years now. went into hospital, thought it was the flu type...
Many of us can relate to what Stephanie is going through. The thing to remember that having MS is not your fault. Dealing with the changes in your life and...
Individuals with Multiple Sclerosis: Participants needed for a research study at the California School of Professional Psychology, Alliant International...
I want to thank everyone for their responses, it feels good to know that there are people who understand. I did not just start medication for depression, I...
My name is Dan Bennettt. I am new to this group. I was dx withms on 07-07-04. I am married with 1 son. I am looking for some friends to keep in touch with. I...
I have read that MS can affect relations, but have seen no info on exactly how and why. I know this is a sensitive subject, but my hubby deserves a wife in...