My multiple sclerosis
I was diagnosed last year in July. I have to walk with a Walker. My hands went numb. I honestly can't take much more. If it wasn't for my two kids I don't know what I would do. I'm starting to think it never gets better
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Hi @heather_woods and welcome. Are you on a Disease Modifying Therapy? And, has this been reviewed? We have to be determined to make things better. Are you able to consult a Neuro-physio, to get some targeted exercises? Your two kids are a great motivation for you. Just be wary of pushing yourself too hard. Moderation is key.
Thank you very much for your reply and the welcome. I have only gone to a neurologist and had an MRI done that's how how he diagnose me I'm at the time looking for a new doctor. he told me about some treatments but I'm a little scared because of all the side effects. I have seen a lot of people go through depression and I'm depressed enough