Good morning
I was officially diagnosed with MS in May (after piecing together my story and symptoms I probably have had MS since 2005).
I am confused and frustrated about many things however, whether to start on a disease modifying drug is the most confusing at this point in time. My neurologist seems to feel my MS is at a point where these types of drugs will not provide enough benefit to warrant the potential side effects I may experience however, she is willing to put me on one if I want. Obviously, I do not want to put these types of medications in my body if there is not enough benefit however, not being on one of these medications contradicts everything I have ever read about treating MS.
I sought out a second opinion and was told by this Dr. He would recommend treating with gilenya, copaxane or tecfidera.
My mri shows lesions, symptoms seem to fit MS a lot however, spinal tap was negative. I am currently out of work on short term disability for extreme fatigue, cognitive issues, muscle stiffness/achiness in my arms, hands, legs and feet mostly right sided.
Any in put on taking medication vs. Not taking one of the medications would be very helpful.
Michelle D.
I was officially diagnosed with MS in May (after piecing together my story and symptoms I probably have had MS since 2005).
I am confused and frustrated about many things however, whether to start on a disease modifying drug is the most confusing at this point in time. My neurologist seems to feel my MS is at a point where these types of drugs will not provide enough benefit to warrant the potential side effects I may experience however, she is willing to put me on one if I want. Obviously, I do not want to put these types of medications in my body if there is not enough benefit however, not being on one of these medications contradicts everything I have ever read about treating MS.
I sought out a second opinion and was told by this Dr. He would recommend treating with gilenya, copaxane or tecfidera.
My mri shows lesions, symptoms seem to fit MS a lot however, spinal tap was negative. I am currently out of work on short term disability for extreme fatigue, cognitive issues, muscle stiffness/achiness in my arms, hands, legs and feet mostly right sided.
Any in put on taking medication vs. Not taking one of the medications would be very helpful.
Michelle D.
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