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@jumpingJacks 

8 Jul 2025 21:29 EditedLast reply 9 Jul 2025 13:16

jumpingJacks

10 things that get mistaken for Multiple Sclerosis

1. Vitamin B12 Deficiency Symptoms Numbness, weakness, balance problems, brain fog, very similar to MS. Diagnosis Blood tests measuring B12 and methylmalonic acid levels. Why it is different Caused by a vitamin shortage rather than immune attack. Symptoms improve with supplements instead of immun...
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@lcritchl 

6 Jul 2025 15:41Last reply 7 Jul 2025 10:43

lcritchl

New here

Hi - new here. Very nervous about everything.
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@SmoothJoes 

6 Jul 2025 15:09Last reply 6 Jul 2025 17:38

SmoothJoes

Excitedbut nervous going to Disneyland

Meeting my older brother and sister,and sweet sister rented a scooter for me, but I live in Pismo beach where the temps are perfect for MS. But looks like temps will be 87 at the worst and will cool of to 68 at night.guessing absolutely gonna need shorts,! Any tips greatly appreciated! Hope everyone...
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@gmag44 

3 Jul 2025 21:19 EditedLast reply 3 Jul 2025 23:03

gmag44

Just officially diagnosed with RRMS

Hi fam, I’m Greg, live in Tennessee United Staes. Just diagnosed yesterday. Getting a Retinal scan soon, then will be starting 5 days of Infusions. After that, I’ll take the oral Methylprednisone. I’m nervous. Can anyone tell me what to expect? Thanks.
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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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@Matt_Boyd 

20 Jun 2025 09:28Last reply 23 Jun 2025 07:02

Matt_Boyd

Mavenclad

Happy Friday everyone! I'm going to make the switch from Brabbio to Mavenclad on Monday. I'm excited and nervous all at once. Any tips would be welcome. Wish me luck!
Valsamata, Greece
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@lovingkind1 

18 Jun 2025 02:43Last reply 19 Jun 2025 09:50

lovingkind1

Hi, I'm newly diagnosed. It took almost a year. The next step is a spinal tap. Has anyone had one? If so, what is it like? I'm nervous.

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@avic 

16 Jun 2025 05:30Last reply 16 Jun 2025 16:04

avic

Tyruko day

Today is my first day of treatment, I am starting on Tyruko. I am a bit nervous that I will feel unwell after, but mainly I just hope that it works!
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@Dellkan 

14 Jun 2025 19:08Last reply 17 Jun 2025 14:50

Dellkan

Might need a new MS DMT

Hi all, I was diagnosed with MS in 2020, and started Ocrevus shortly after. However, after 5 successful years on the drugs (no relapses!), I was diagnosed with very early stage breast cancer. Thankfully, we caught it early and post-mastectomy, I don’t need chemo. Still, my MS neurologist is strongl...
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@Rigormortis81 

13 Jun 2025 01:15Last reply 13 Jun 2025 14:13

Rigormortis81

Anyone on Kesimpta?

Hello everyone. I was just diagnosed with MS last week. I have chosen kesimpta as my medication. Does anyone have any experience with it? I'm nervous and antsy to start. We are currently still waiting on my insurance before I can start it.
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