Newly diagnosed
I got newly diagnosed (4 months ago) with rrms and had optic neuritis idk how to adapt and accept this new version of me it’s so hard on me. I’m pretty young and I get surprised glances from doctors and nurses who are shocked to see someone my age with ms. I’ve been dealing with unbearable headaches for a while now and it was migraines according to the doc and it’s so worse now the pain switched to my oldly affected eye and it’s so much worser
I completely understand how overwhelming a new diagnosis can feel, especially when you’re young. But please give yourself time—you don’t have to accept everything overnight. MS can become part of your life without becoming your whole life. For me, it actually made me appreciate life more. I started saying yes to opportunities whenever my body allows me to and cherishing the little moments I used to take for granted. Of course, there are hard days, but you learn your body, your limits, and slowly realize that MS may change your life, but it doesn’t have to take it away from you. So when you can, go out, laugh, make memories, and enjoy the life that is still yours. 🤍
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