@Starla 

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Starla

Stressed

Hi. I'm stressing about my upcoming Lemtrada treatment on Monday. I was at peace with my decision when I finally made it about six months ago but after speaking with the MS one to one nurse yesterday I started to get anxious and scared. I think maybe because it's becoming real now and I'm afraid of how I will do. I reached out to my family and voiced my fears and anxiety but ended up upsetting my mom in the process. She looked up the possible side effects and scared herself. Soooo....that back fired. I ended up feeling bad that I upset her rather than getting comfort and reassurance. Even my husband doesn't know how to support me. He tries and says things like "it'll be ok". So I feel the need to reach out to fellow MSers and just have a safe place to say "I'm scared and worried". I don't like upsetting my family so end up feeling alone. Thanks for listening.
@mmhhpp

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@Sandwich

Hello I've had lemtrada and both rounds went without issue. I was back at work within a week and apart from feeling tired and having a lingering rash for a few days felt no different at all. You are monitored throughout and the nurses will stop / slow the infusions if they have any concerns. Perhaps give your nurse a call to talk things through tomorrow before Monday? There are potential infusion reaction side effects and the longer term risks. Nothing comes free with MS though.