I haven't, except to the people at work who needed to know and to my close friends. Based on what I know of others' experiences, I am glad I did this. I am also aware of my own prejudices: had I been told that someone had MS, I would forever after have thought of the MS first rather than the person. Now I've got it myself, I don't want to be defined by it. Or maybe it's just that I can't face other people's pity. As with most things in MS, it's a personal choice, so don't feel pressurised into making a decision. If and when the time is right, you'll know what to do.

That's a tough question to answer. It depends on a few things. I suppose the first consideration is what effect has the MS had on you. By this, I mean what visible signs are there, which may require you to provide an explanation. Then there's you and your personality. Are you an open or a private person? Do you worry about what people may think of you? Then there are those that you may tell. Consider it being Pandora's box, once it's opened, there can be no reclosing it. Would you be happy with people sympathising and feeling sorry for you? So, lots of questions and no real answers. Sorry about that. I just hope it helps your deliberations.