possible ms?

[Mariechanee21]

I had a Mri done on Sunday June 12, and I got my results back the next day and my Neuro noticed that I had multiple lesions who she identified as multiple sclerosis. I still have to have a lumbar puncture to confirm if I really have it. If any of you guys have how do you cope with it? I know it's different from person to person. Can it be reversed?
I'm only 23 I'm so scared

[dastardly]

Hi Mariechanee21 Ok so you have MS, its not the end of the world, you can still live a very good life, no it can't be reversed at the moment may be in the future but "disease modifying drugs DMG" can help to halt its progress you have don't the right thing talking to others now get a good neurologist that specialised in MS and Good luck Craig

[MSW1963]

I was your age when my MS attacks began, and continued for 5yrs. The next 20 yrs, only annual episodes of optic neuritis, and occasional weird sensory sx.

MS sx became full-time in my 40's followed by disability retirement.

Hopefully if it is MS, your disease course and dx will allow you to continue working, studying, and to continue your life for many prosperous years to come.

Particularly now since MRI technology allows for earlier dx, and treatments are available at a much earlier stage in the course of this progressive disease.

You are the same age as my darling daughter. Thinking of you and the best of luck.

[twain]

Hi
This may sound weird but you are living in the golden age of MS.
There are now many, many disease modifying drugs (DMD's) that can slow down and even halt the disability that can accompany MS. There are injectables, orals, and infusions. You and your neurologist will have to decide which is best for you.
There are also a growing number of drugs to help manage symptoms.
People now live with MS, rather than die from it.
And more progress is being made every year.
My advice -- find a neurologist who specializes in MS; take whichever DMD you prefer -- and stick with it for life -- and exercise every day, walk lots, and eat healthy (low fat, whole grains, low salt, low sugar, no additives -- easier than you think)
You will live a full, happy, healthy life. Even if u sometimes need a little help and a little Grace.
Godspeed

[pennstater]

I won't repeat all the good wisdom above.

One of the biggest challenges is coming to terms with a diagnosis. It takes time and you will go thru all the stages of grief. And it is OK. It is only a problem if you linger too long. The first year was the toughest.

Learning to deal with the fear of the unknown was crucial for me. Of course I have fears, but it is how I react to them that is the important thing. I

[pennstater]

I won't repeat all the good wisdom above.

One of the biggest challenges is coming to terms with a diagnosis. It takes time and you will go thru all the stages of grief. And it is OK. It is only a problem if you linger too long. The first year was the toughest.

Learning to deal with the fear of the unknown was crucial for me. Of course I have fears, but it is how I react to them that is the important thing. I

Sorry, hit submit early. I was going to say that none of us know our future, MS or not. Let yourself feel what you need to, and seek support when you need it, whether here, friends, family, doctors, etc...

Please let us know how you are doing.