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MS pain symptoms come in many forms such as crushing and squeezing pains, including a tightness in the chest known as the 'MS Hug'. It can also feel like an achy stabbing or burning. However it effects you, we understand that pain is an 'invisible' MS symptom that can be incredibly distressing. Use the Shift.ms forum to speak to others who understand what you're going through.

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@Heavesimp 

3 Jul 2025 19:08Last reply 4 Jul 2025 01:18

Heavesimp

Spinal pain

I wake up with spinal pain 24/7 at first I thought it was my pillows so I bought more. Still woke up pain. I know I have a leison there but I shouldn’t have to keep saying my back hurts! What do yall do to solve spinal pain?
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@BearyBunny 

2 Jul 2025 21:36Last reply 3 Jul 2025 03:17

BearyBunny

just.. a lot.

I was diagnosed March 31st, 2025, And I don't know how to get my family to realize I might never be better... I understand that it's only been a few months, the first year of diagnosis is the first, and this is hard on them too. I am blessed to have a family who can assist me and help provide for ...
Newburgh, United States
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@jumpingJacks 

1 Jul 2025 21:36 EditedLast reply 3 Jul 2025 21:57

jumpingJacks

28 Days Later, 28 Years Later: The MS Edition

They didn’t catch a virus. They caught MS. It started with a tingle. Then came the mysterious fatigue no one took seriously. By 28 days in, society hadn’t collapsed but a concerning number of people were falling over for no reason, losing feeling in random limbs, and quietly Googling “why does my e...
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@Tessa1972 

1 Jul 2025 15:49Last reply 1 Jul 2025 16:11

Tessa1972

Why is it so hard to get pain medication..

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@Tessa1972 

1 Jul 2025 15:44Last reply 1 Jul 2025 22:54

Tessa1972

Do anybody have problems with your left arm an leg with pain an weakness

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@Paddy 

30 Jun 2025 13:41

Paddy

Hi I’m on Ocrevus twice a year but recently experiencing a stinging sensation/ pain in both legs. Not happy walking around too much. Should I consider taking another medication like gabapentin? ?

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@Vee83 

30 Jun 2025 02:36Last reply 2 Jul 2025 18:57

Vee83

Surgery

I've had knee surgery about 3 years ago ACL replacement as well as meniscus repair and through the years it seemed like I've never healed. I just found out in the beginning of this year I have MS. A few days ago I finally got an MRI on my knee after me complaining for so long that my knee buckles a...
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@ajpedersen 

28 Jun 2025 03:55Last reply 28 Jun 2025 14:51

ajpedersen

That I would share a new find that helps with swelling and stress. My doctor recommended it and it has been a relief from the random pain. It’s a vibration plate it helps drain the the lymph nodes. It has been a games changer.

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@fionasj 

27 Jun 2025 14:03Last reply 28 Jun 2025 13:48

fionasj

Medical cannabis

I've just resived my first prescription on medical cannabis. I'm nervous because I have had bad experiences with it in the past. I almost looking my partner last year. When my dad passed I smoked it all the time to escape (before MS diagnosis) so I pushed everyone away. I know it is going to be pos...
, United Kingdom
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@purplepoppy 

27 Jun 2025 13:26

purplepoppy

DMT CHANGE

When I was diagnosed with MS the only option I was given for DMT was Tecfidera, my last MRI was stable but I only had an MRI on brain & neck & not spine in the last 6 months I’ve starting to have back pain & weakness & my walking has got worse, I’m just wondering why I wasn’t given any options?
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