... which were minor and a few other things that I do not remember. He sent me for MRI and to a neurologist. By this age I though quite possibly that I escaped the MS bullet.. We have family history. Anyway, among other clinical tests, he rubbed something sharp across the palms of my feet. ... (8 replies)
... increasing rate. Puzzling ..... and MS is different with everyone, apparently. ... (10 replies)
... I've been thinking about your post since a first read it several days ago.. First of all, I would say that denial is a strange thing,, I do not think you are in denial, just trying not to think about it. During my first year or so after diagnosis, I had mild symptoms for the most part, so I kinda denied my condition. I hope that was not bad. I still took my shots, went for... (8 replies)
... Your diet may be helping, but denial will not help you. Denial carries a certain amount of stress. As a stress event, a diagnosis of MS would rank high. Stick with your cognitive workouts and watch for your triggers. You can stay active as long as you want. ... (8 replies)
... ce I made it past 40 I was in the clear. Dad got it in 30s, brother right at 40. My job deals with lots of cognitive processes so I try to hide it. Looks like late onset not that uncommon. Thanks for thread. ... (8 replies)
... uld be nice to go through a day without thinking about it... I also do not really understand how this site works.. I followed a thread, recently, and ended up in late onset parkinsins or something...... ... (8 replies)
... My teenage daughter is undergoing testing for ms. She will receive her dx on Wed. Whilst reading up on ms, I have discovered that I may have late onset ms. About three years ago I had tingling sensations in legs and it felt like i had no feeling in part of left leg. ... (6 replies)
... Thanks so much for the warm welcome and prayers. If I seem a little "off" it's because like everyone else, this has really caught me by surprise. But as I have read so many more posts, I see everyone else on the forum is dealing with their difficulties with strenghth, persistance and humor, too. I will keep reading and try to learn the "ins and outs" of this disease. ... (7 replies)
... Welcome to the board. Late onset is not uncommon for MS. Quality and knowledge by your doctor are important in both diagnosis and continuing care. ... (7 replies)
... considering yourself diagnosed as late onset would be reasonable. The fact that you are doing better since May doesnt surprise me either. I love Rebif! I feel 100x better since being on it, myself. ... (10 replies)
... however, no two cases of MS are alike for anyone! There are four classifications of MS... ... (10 replies)
... Not me, but I met three patients at the MS clinic the last time I went there. ... (10 replies)
... I am still waiting on a diagnosis. I have had several MS tests but I dont have the results yet. I did have some blood work that showed my vitamin B12 level is very low. ... (8 replies)
... My Dad had the worst kind of progressive MS and passed at 69. Was bed ridden for 15 yrs. None of todays drugs were available back then. ... (8 replies)
... LOMS I am 63 and I have many symptoms of MS. I see the Neuro on July 19th. I am a Grandma and retired. Hopefully I will know soon if I have MS or something else. I will stay in touch. ... (8 replies)
... Hmmm... I had drawn that conclusion a while ago, and now I cannot remember all my reasons..;o) There are articles; I wish I could quote one.. LOMS tends to be faster, hits men and women equally, does NOT usually start with optic neuritis... That's stuff I read..
My problem is confusing it with other problems.. I cannot tell if I'm having a flare.. (I am supposed to be... (6 replies)
... This is no longer correct, MS can affect anyone at any age. There really are not late onset signs. Symptoms of MS are the same regardless of age. ... (6 replies)
... I get these MS Hugs all the time. Frustrating yes... Just try to relax breathe through the discomfort. They usually pass with in the minute or two. ... (6 replies)
... Hi, was just reading your post didn't know it was called the MS Hug but I get it quite often almost always in bed. A couple of times thought I left my bra on and had to check. ... (6 replies)
... ay, my new neuro asked me if I had acid reflux and several other symptoms, which I answered yes to. Then he ordered an MRI with and without contrast looking for MS and a cervical root lesion. Can you please tell me if the above sounds like symptoms of MS? ... (6 replies)
