Scared of MS...need someone to talk to

Hello sorry to hear how frightened you are. If your MRI was clear I don't think it's ms, you can get blurred vision with cluster headaches it migraine.

I have ms and I'm having lots of neuro stuff but my neurologist says it's not my ms. Have you had your bloods checked for vitamin B12 and diabetes? Or even thyroid? Anxiety is also a possibility. Sine if these can develop after you've had a baby like thyroid. Please try deep breathing and mindfulness, Ms is not a death sentence, mum lived with it until she had s fall and she died in recovery from a hip operation at 82, 2 years ago. There's a chance there's a cure found by a woman scientist I read recently but also there's lots of treatments available. When you have babies you always fear for the future it's natural and I think that's what you are doing and it's making you fear the worst. Talk to your Dr or practice nurse that's what they're there for. Sending you healing thoughts and love.

Hi kriv. I feel for you especially having two little ones to care for. You must be very worried. I've just been to see my GP also, because I have been having strange symptoms.. two years ago I started having odd buzzing/vibrations in one toe followed by extreme pain when walking. Then this peculiar numbness. 6 months ago I had a massive electric shock pain which travelled up my left leg, then across my stomach, up my right arm and finally into my right breast where a horrible exploding pain ensued. Two weeks after that two fingers on my left hand went completely numb then pins and needles when the feeling came back after two hours. My toe has recently started playing up again. My GP was initially sceptical ( predictably) and had no idea what the electric shock was. She didn't think it was MS, even though everything I've read indicates that it could be a possibility. The previous occupant of our house had severe MS and so did our next door neighbour! I get odd shooting pains in my face occasionally but have not had vision problems. But I think this is often the way with this condition, symptoms can come and go. I'm having all sorts of blood tests done and will have to wait two weeks to see if anything else shows up and if I will be referred to a specialist. The other thing that it could be is Peripheral Neuropathy (nerve damage) which can result from a B12 deficiency which I did have several years ago. I'm hoping it is that but I am in two minds about it. I am approaching my sixties now, and am at the upper end of the usual age range. What I've heard and read about the condition is that it can come and go and you can live a normal life and it is not life limiting, so I am staying positive and hoping the next couple of weeks go fast so maybe get some answers. Best wishes to you and keeping my fingers crossed for you. Take care.x

Hello Kriv

First, 

Congratulations on your newborn!  You have two sons, that is a blessing.  Focus for just a moment on those two

boys.  The things they do to make you smile, think about those precious boys, take a deep breath, try to relax.

Is it possible, that you could be suffering from postpartum anxiety, or postpartum depression??

It is very real, and it is treatable.  It is also very Normal, You said all you want to do is cry ....

What brings on this emotional overload?  I say this because I had a hysterectomy at an early age,

and plunged into menopause.  Wow, I would cry at a diaper commercial. It may be worthwhile to get 

checked out for postpartum, because it can be treated.  You should not be suffering at a very special time

like this.  Have you had blood work done to check your Thyroid as your hormones drop dramatically after childbirth. You posted that you had a terrible headache, which can be due to hormone changes, Stress, lack of Sleep.  

Now about the worry about MS.  I have MS.  Take a deep breath again.  Worry will change nothing except give you a few early gray hairs.  Having said that, you either have it or you don't.  

You said you will be seeing a neurologist, be sure to take along the MRI Scan and the report with you.

Write down any symptoms you are having.  Any questions you may have for the Doctor.

In the meantime, Try deep breathing relaxation at least twice a day.  By the way, crying is ok too, but just know

that it usually gives you another headache too.  This is your second son, so you know how important it is to 

make sure You are eating properly, and getting as much rest as possible.  I'm going to come right out and say this to you, that MS  is Not Cancer.  It is a pain in the butt, has some awful symptoms, But, You Can Live With It.

I can Not take any medication to slow down the progression of the disease due to other medical conditions.

You Can Live With It ~ and You still can enjoy Life and your two precious boys. Focus on them right now, because they grow up so fast.  So, even IF, it turns out to be MS, You still have the choice to make. Choose to

be positive, and happy. Don't allow anything steal away these moments from You. Just take one day at a time.

If you have a really bad day, tomorrow is another chance to change that.  So for now, at least until January,

try to Relax, listen to your favorite music, and Don't worry, it doesn't change anything.  I do pray that you can find 

some Peace, and that those boys give you an abundance of Joy!  You can email me if you would like to.

I'll be glad to talk with you some more.  I hope I was able to give some good advice.  Try to Relax, Enjoy those

two boys, and give Dad a Hug too.  Wishing you all the Best  Take Care Stay in Touch  ~~ Faith