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I am new to the community

I was diagnosed in 2007 after a MRI scan and a Lumbar Puncture. I have been unable to walk for the past 2 years. I can only move with a walker. I had a disc removed last year that was pressing on my spine. I hoped that would help me to walk again but it has made it worse. I unable to do anything anymore. I don't know what to do and the hospital are no use whatsoever

Welcome to this group of ‘MS brothers and sisters’ who understand most if not all of the frustrations, symptoms and feelings in general. I have found it very helpful to reach out to others. It reminds me of other people in the world who need encouragement and prayers—-just like I need encouragement and prayers. I am sorry that you are suffering and that medicine/doctors have not really been able to help you. And back surgery is never minor. Do. You have someone to help you with shopping/ groceries? Are you able to drive? I have tried to look ahead and anticipate how I will problem solve if my mobility winds down. I have has MS since 2005 with sensory pain and fatigue. But recently I find myself only able to go to one store before walking and carrying bags becomes too much, then I head home. I tend to only drive a mile or two from home because I worry that I will overdo the walking and then run out of energy before I can safely get myself back him. I know God doesn’t want us to feel isolated just because we have this condition. For myself, I have to learn to ask for help…and to ask more often.