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@jps1980 

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jps1980

Not coping well after diagnosis

HI everyone I'm 38 years old and have recently been diagnosed with Ms after having ongoing problems with my vision. It took over 12 months to get my diagnosis and not finding things easy. I'm a father of four and I'm married, I've always had problems with my mental health but have been very low since finding out I've got ms and I'm worried about how my moods and this disease are going to impact everyone. Regards John
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@Rae87
@Rae87
 

I had a bit of a breakdown after I was diagnosed. It didn't help that I got the news days before my grandfather's funeral. It's been an absolute rollercoaster. Talk to people, take any support you are offered. Allow yourself time to grieve. It's natural to feel scared, sad and angry. Some days I just want to scream. I suffer with general anxiety disorder and depression. My ms nurse gave me some useful information about managing stress and anxiety so it might be worth seeing if they can point you in the right direction.

@Stumbler
@Stumbler
 

Hi @jps1980 and welcome. The diagnostic process is a trying time and the diagnosis, even if expected, can come as a shock. This kicks off a rollercoaster of emotions. So, give yourself time to get your head around this diagnosis. I can see that you're doing your research, hence finding us. But, do take notice of @robbie_brown 's not to randomly Google around. Stick to reputable websites like the MS Society and MS Trust. The MS Trust actually have a set of publications, so check out the "Newly Diagnosed" link on this webpage :- https://support.mstrust.org.uk/shop MS is an unknown to the majority of people, conjuring up pictures of wheelchairs. However, things have changed and medical science has moved on in leaps and bounds. Whilst a cure has not been found yet, there are various treatments to slow down, and even halt, the progress of this condition. Life generally is unpredictable, so your diagnosis has not altered that fact. So, take your time, live healthily, eat healthily and avoid, or manage, any stress.