@I have a question: I had an accident at work. Fortunately, nothing serious happened, but when it happened, it terrified me. I also have a memory lapse of about a few seconds, so I used my work CCTV to watch it. The footage shows me approaching the loading dock, which is about 1.5 meters above the ground, and suddenly, without thinking, I took a step toward the end of the dock and fell. I should emphasize that I didn't jump off, I simply stepped into the abyss. The worst part is that I don't remember taking that step, why I made that decision, and I don't remember how I got back together. The next thing I remember is getting back to the warehouse. Has anyone experienced anything like this? on Shift.ms

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I have a question: I had an accident at work. Fortunately, nothing serious happened, but when it happened, it terrified me. I also have a memory lapse of about a few seconds, so I used my work CCTV to watch it. The footage shows me approaching the loading dock, which is about 1.5 meters above the ground, and suddenly, without thinking, I took a step toward the end of the dock and fell. I should emphasize that I didn't jump off, I simply stepped into the abyss. The worst part is that I don't remember taking that step, why I made that decision, and I don't remember how I got back together. The next thing I remember is getting back to the warehouse. Has anyone experienced anything like this?

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@ClaireVS

I have experienced similar lapses - it is very frightening & concerning. I think you should speak to your neurologist or MS nurse about it. Also perhaps you need to ask your workplace for assistance - can they reassign you to another role where you won't be near 'danger spots'? They have a legal duty of care to make reasonable adjustments for you. Take care

26 Sep 2025 08:46

@RC83

Plenty. My gut reaction is it's not to do with your physical symptoms, balance/ gait / vision etc. but instead a lapse of concentration. If it ms related then possibly cog fog or cognition. I used to load lollies in warehouses and you do to a degree become complacent when you've not had an accident in years. When you have one you're no longer complacent so I think your chances of it happening again are probably now lower than they were in the first place.

26 Sep 2025 09:43