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ariana98

Could this be a relapse?

Hiya! I am currently awaiting a diagnosis of the type of MS I have (RRMS or Primary Progressive). To me it looks like it’s PPMS but I know I’m a long way off getting that answer as my symptoms only started a few months ago. My question is can some symptoms remain even after your first relapse? My first / main symptom was really painful / weak legs, it got worse over a week or two and then slowly got better, I was also getting pins and needles, muscle twitches / spasms and a fine tremor. Like I said my legs are mostly fine now but the fine tremor is still there as well as the pins and needles and twitches. Does this mean it is most likely PPMS as I still have symptoms? (It’s been about 4 months) I also get pain in my back and burning feelings etc but they come and go. Some days they’re there some days they’re not. I know nobody here is a neurologist but any input would be appreciated. Thanks!
@mgriffiths5

Hello, From my experience as someone with RRMS, it is possible for symptoms to persist after a relapse. As I understand it, this could be because there is neurological activity that is not being removed by the DMT (if you are on one) or the residual nerve damage caused by the relapse. To help with this, you make be prescribed steroids or physical therapy (I find yoga the most helpful). I don't think any of this indicates whether you are RRMS or PMS.

@lauraforde

I have RR and have been on a DMD for approx 6 months. I have not had new symptoms but my old ones flare up depending on sleep, business of my day, change to routine and my monthly cycle. Oh and change in temperature. No idea if this sounds familiar but my neurologist and nurses confirmed this is pretty normal.