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Hi Sunshine. I've 36 (37 in November) and was diagnosed in October 2006. It started with the Optic Neurotis. I started seeing the white floaters and having eye pain. I've had bad headaches for years...
Hello Elisha, I haven't posted here in a while, but saw your posting and just had to drop a line. First of all, good for you going to the gym everyday!! AWESOME!! Next, I'm glad to hear that your...
Be sure and write all your symptoms and questions down and have them ready when you speak with your doctor. That always helps!! Please keep us posted of your progress. We care! :)...
Welcome to the forum and I wish the best for you. I was first dx in Sept 2006 and started the Copaxone in January of 2007, and haven't missed a shot. I went in with the realization that there is no...
Hey Stephanie!! It's me Gina! YEAH!! I'm so very proud of you for joining!! As you will learn quickly, there are some awesome people on here who are more than willing to offer their support. You know...
Welome Anthony!! Any word back from your doctor yet? Haven't been online for a while and trying to catch up with everyone. Know that there are people on this forum that really care. I'm one of them!!...
It's been a while since I've been online, but reading this thread always brings a smile to my face. I'm still catching up, and have only made it this far, so I'm sure I'll drop you a line agian soon....
Long time no type. Been very busy, so thought I would take some tim to catch up with you guys. I've missed you all so very much. I'm vey happy to haar that Danielle is accepting your situation....
You did it! Great first step. Keep making them and you can continue to change your life! ;-) Please be sure to keep up updated....
Confessions from the 916! LOL! I smoked one cig a day for about 8 years and didn't think about the damage it was doing to my body. After being diagnosed with MS in Nov 2006, I decided it was time. I...
Welcome Irishheat! You are right. There are some awesome, knowledgeable and caring people on this site. I've been on Copaxone since Jan 2007 and was diagnosed in Nov 2006, so I started treatment...
Hey Gizzmoe!! WOW! An appointment the next day?!? When I grow up I wanna be just like you!! :-) I'll be praying that all goes well at your appointment and that you get the answers you're looking for....
I do the Copaxone injections daily and have that same burning, itching feeling for about 15 mins. ICE, ICE, ICE! It will sting like heck for the first 5 mins or so but it really helps with the...
Well Bonnie, as Rhonda said, I am also a praying woman and I will keep you uplifted in prayer. I've been on Copaxone since January and aside from injection site reactions, (swelling, stinging, and...
It does make sense to me and yes it does feel that way for me. I do very little exercise though, but if I do something it typically takes about 24 hours to set in....
Thanks Niki! This post was supposed to be about you!!! LOL! I thank you for your support. I also installed MSN Messenger for this laptop, so I'll be able to chat while I'm at home. It has been rough,...
The "MS Fatigue Monster" is always trying to bite! There are options out there. John suggested Provigil and I take Ritalin. It helps get me through the day, (with only 1 nap) and I'm still able to...
Wow! That's a lot of information but I wouldn't let it stop me from diggin' deeper to get a diagnosis. One that makes sense to you. You know your body better than anyone, and you KNOW when something...
Congrats on getting through an attack free year!! That is an accomplishment. I just diagnosed in Nov of 2006 and started my Copaxone injections on January 2nd. I wanna be just like you when I grow...
Hi Nikki~ I'm so sorry to hear that you are having problems with the Autoject. I also get the lumps and bumps, but I've gotten used to them. They have gotten better over the last 3 months though. I...
I have both at work and not sure what the heck is insatlled on this laptop at home. It's my daughter Brianna's!! LOL!! (x-mas gift from Grandma) Anyway, my computers hard drive crashed a while ago,...
I think I pee enough for everyone on here!! (can I see pee?) Anyway, my Nuerologist prescribed something for me called Ditropan (I think that's how it's spelled) and it's worked wonders! Before the...
Hello and welcome Angie, First know that my prayers are with you. Second, stay in The Word as much as you possibly can. He will give you peace and wisdom in any situation. He never gives us more than...
Niki~ As I sit here with tears in my eyes reading your first post thanking me, reminds me why I joined this forum. If I was able to encourage and bless just one person, I decided it would somehow...
Good morning Shar and uppitycat, I'm sorry to hear you guys aren't feeling well. I wish I was closer (I'm in California) and I'd be happy be bring you both some chicken soup. :-) I wish there were...
Whatever happens, know that you have people that care. We are here for you! :-)...
HI Pete, I'm one of the biggest needle whimps in the world and I KNOW the feeling. I have an Autoject2 pen and sometimes the "SNAP" bothers me too. I'm not the judgemental type, so I'm simply here to...
Maybe it's the MS, or maybe I'm just tired tonight, (or both) but huh?!? I so didn't get that. I have the Autoject2 as well and just cant get a visual of what you are saying. HELP!! Or maybe I'll...
I've only had one MRI and it was just the head, so I guess that would be open right? Anyway, do you think a full body one would be beneficial? I've thought about this for a while and never bothered...
Hi Disfan 74. English? I'm with you on that one? Being new to the MS World I'm learning a lot. This gives me an opportunity to research and learn....Here's the cloest thing I found to english on the...
Every day is a blessed one. Sometimes I just forget. I log on, and instantly remember! You guys are awesome! :-)...
Good evening Littlechina, Kaiser Permante is a medical insurance available in California. I live in Sacramento by the way. I'm SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO excited that your Autoject2 is on the way....
Ask your Dr. about Ritalin. It calms kids and gives energy to adults. Be careful with the amount of it you take, because it can become addictive. Like most of the meds they give us. It's an option. I...
Welcome Psoupa, I'm a newby to MS too. I was just diagnosed in Nov of 2006 and just started my Copaxone treatment on Jan 2nd. This is a great website and there are some awesome people on here who...
My heart and prayers are with you. You take care of yourself and get better soon. Don't try to do too much too soon. We will always be here for you. Rest your body and your mind....
Good evening all. Here's a solution for all of your problems. Hire a personal driver (extended limo of course) with tinted windows to drive you everywhere you need to go!! Wth the tinted windows you...
Hi Buckeye! Sounds like you've got some great advise already. I hope you feel beter soon. I was diagnosed at the end of September of last year with ON and then had an MRI. That was when they started...
Good morning Littlchina, I've got Kaiser Insurance and pay $50 a month for a months supply, so that's like $600 a year. I would love to share my meds if I could. :-) This may be a good subject to...
Rhonda, I was going through some old post and ran across this one!! WOW!! I'm blown away. Please continue to write more. I'd love to hear it. It's uplifting and encouraging! I REALLY needed that...
Hi Michelle, Sorry for the late post, but guess I missed yours. I've been on Copaxone since January 2nd and I love it. The most I have is injection site reactions, but NO SIDE EFFECTS. I also...
I hope this information is helpful to you. I'll be praying for you. :-)...
Hello and Welcome. I never heard of the drug but decided to look it up on Kaiser's Website. Being a Kaiser member I often go to their drug encyclopedia for inormation. This is what I...
Headed to Borders tomorrow to get it! I've GOT to have it. Maybe I can share it with some real life "dummies" who just don't have a clue!! Be sure to post your thoughts on the book. I'd love to hear...
Hi all. Fatigue has my been my MS Monster, but I can relate to some level with the cognitive issues. I work in the Information Services department and with all of them being nerds anyway, very little...
Congrats!! Never give up on your dreams and starting something new!! MS will not rule us!! We've got power!! I'm very happy for you and I'm praying that your transition will go smoothly!! Gina...
You cheer up and don't let her get you down. 4 lights are better than 8!! LMBO! (laughing my butt off) Sorry. Just trying to brighten your day!!...
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Great questions and great answers! I'm in the same boat with the FMLA thing. I'm working 6 hour work days now am struggling with that. Something that my job offers (thank you JESUS) is that people...
Excuse my typos tonight. My fingers have a mind of their own. Also, I think I add something profound like you did rhonda. Every time I read yours I get encouraged. That's actually one of the main...