New lesion
Just received result of annual MRI of brain and CSP. Quick recap is diagnosed w MS 1998. No DMT or identifiable symptoms until 2017, been on copaxone for 3 years. Most recent MRI says new lesion r fr lobe, and a Highlighting peri ventricular lesion which is also new. I’m feeling a bit alarmed! I don’t know if this is psychologically taking a toll on me but I am exhausted and stressed. Anyway I am to visit my neuro in November but I have emailed to see if he would like earlier appt. I’m scared and I feel like crap. I am angry at this disease and I especially hate how no one seems to ‘get it’ because I ‘look’ fine. I’m sure others have had similar experiences, I’m not so sure about copaxone, maybe another medicine is in order. Is this indicative of SPMS? I just have a lot of questions and am trying not to think the worst.
I personally have only just been diagnosed but I completely understand how you feel about people not getting it. I have been really lethargic the past week and people keep telling me just to get up and get on with things, it gets really frustrating. Sending love, you can do it 💙💜
Hi @anigieh, all understandable emotions. What really counts regarding lesions, is how you are feeling physically. Many people have newer lesions with no discernible new symptoms, and some have new symptoms with no new lesions (I've had this). If you've been stable for a long time, I can see why your anxiety is up. But, you can look at it like its a 'blip'; we all know that stress has a real impact on our MS so try to find a way to get your fears in line if you can. At least you know you're in good company here x