@LeoRGlave 

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LeoRGlave

Partner with MS

My partner was diagnosed with MS earlier this year and declined any medications except vitamin d3 supplement, shes had two lots of optic neuritis. Any advice?
@MSfighterAR

ichhave loads of steroids for her dmt might be important not sure avoid anything that put pressure on optic nerve even head band for now at least Must avoid extremely cold weather and stay in moderate temperature add cold cloth above her eyes roll her eye ball left up etc but not far right or up but must keep her Don’t look at bright screen or sun

@Clary

Sounds like a traumatic time for both of you. MS is a very individual illness and there are many people who do not take medication. It can be difficult to sit on the sidelines. However, this doesn’t mean you can’t shout and cheer. I’m sure your thoughts and feelings are important to your partner. MS is a scary diagnosis for people and their families. This is a bit of a cliche, but communication is key. It may take multiple attempts. Showing that you care, not disagree may be helpful. Relationships are hard, and even harder with a long term condition. All the best.

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