@YKT1994 

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YKT1994

First time travelling abroad since diagnosis

Hi all! I’ve been on Tysabri a little over a year now. Next year, I am thinking of taking an all-inclusive holiday. Somewhere like Spain or Greece. As it’s my first time travelling abroad since diagnosis, what recommendations would people suggest?
@OxoRRMS

Hi, firstly enjoy yourself. Make sure you pick somewhere nice :) I travelled across Europe on a motorbike with copaxone in a cool box. And I've travelled by plane, also with copaxone. I've never had a problem. I take my prescription sheet with me just incase. But the reality is I've never been asked. Insurance. Make sure you declare your MS. I've never been charged extra. Take it easy if you find the heat is too much, but personally I find the nice weather helps my MS.

@Kanga

Good for you. Being on an all inclusive did me the world of good. i spoke to my travel insurance who wouldn't insure me because I hadn't started treatment at that point but they said in the future they would. I guess just think about when you go away. I am always perkier and 'well' just after my infusion for about 2.5 weeks. I took my letter of diagnosis with me and I used the airports and airlines accessibility system as I had just had a relapse which affected my legs. Finally speak to the hotel and explain that if it becomes too hot you may have adverse effects. I found out the hotel would reserve me a cabana so I could stay in the shade but still be round the pool. You have to take the small wins when you can !