@Buddytheelf 

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Buddytheelf

Timeline of diagnosis

I need help, encouragement, advice, or any information you would like to share. Six months ago, I have the onset of odd symptoms that sent me to urgent care and the ER twice in one week. (Spasticity and numbness). While waiting for a neuro appointment my symptoms have increased in severity and in number of symptoms. In 6 month, I have completely declined in my health. My mobility and energy level had gone to minimal, I have abnormal muscle tightness, changes in my vision, severe headache, eye pain, dropping things, cognitive changes and so much more. My neuro says that it is too generalized to be MS but when I see other non-neuro specialist they suggest MS. I know a diagnosis (if it is MS) will take time but how do you all stay strong waiting for a diagnosis, waiting for help. I feel so helpless, I am fraction of the person I used to be and doctors are unable to diagnose and help me. Any words of advice/wisdom?
@Clary

Hi. Going through diagnosis is long and stressful. I had a fairly quick diagnosis. My first symptom I noticed occurred 2016. I was diagnosed in 2021. The nearer I was to the diagnosis the harder it got. I recommend keeping a diary of symptoms for the neurologist. I also had counselling with a charity. This also really helped. All the best.