Hello MS community,
I have recently been diagnosed with MS and I am 21 years old. I have been forced to quit college volleyball because of my symptoms and the psychological toll it has taken on me. I have a wide net of support and I am grateful for them everyday, but it is difficult to explain to them how this disease is effecting me emotionally. My mother in particular has been difficult to deal with since she becomes extremely emotional and I feel a burden to hold my self together, appear that I am in control of my emotions and finding my path with this disease. In reality, I've never felt more out of control in my life. I am scared. My neurologist has suggested that I join this site and research what medications might fit me, but after reading many peoples posts I feel comfort in how others have shared their experiences. Anyway, I am so happy I have this as a resource.
The disease has presented in tingling in my hands and feet, fatigue, hearing loss and vertigo. I am also D3 and B12 deficient. The most frustrating part is the vertigo. The only exercise i can do without becoming dizzy and disoriented is swimming. I wish that I could go back to my active life style and then maybe feel like I have some control over my condition.
Does anyone have medication suggestions for the vertigo or exercises that limit head and eye movement?
My doctor also suggested gilenya, tecfidera or copaxone as some of the better options for me. Generally, I am just interested in other's experiences with these drugs, particularly young, active people like myself.
Lastly, has anyone out there found a diet that has positively effected their symptoms?
Thanks for reading!
-J
I have recently been diagnosed with MS and I am 21 years old. I have been forced to quit college volleyball because of my symptoms and the psychological toll it has taken on me. I have a wide net of support and I am grateful for them everyday, but it is difficult to explain to them how this disease is effecting me emotionally. My mother in particular has been difficult to deal with since she becomes extremely emotional and I feel a burden to hold my self together, appear that I am in control of my emotions and finding my path with this disease. In reality, I've never felt more out of control in my life. I am scared. My neurologist has suggested that I join this site and research what medications might fit me, but after reading many peoples posts I feel comfort in how others have shared their experiences. Anyway, I am so happy I have this as a resource.
The disease has presented in tingling in my hands and feet, fatigue, hearing loss and vertigo. I am also D3 and B12 deficient. The most frustrating part is the vertigo. The only exercise i can do without becoming dizzy and disoriented is swimming. I wish that I could go back to my active life style and then maybe feel like I have some control over my condition.
Does anyone have medication suggestions for the vertigo or exercises that limit head and eye movement?
My doctor also suggested gilenya, tecfidera or copaxone as some of the better options for me. Generally, I am just interested in other's experiences with these drugs, particularly young, active people like myself.
Lastly, has anyone out there found a diet that has positively effected their symptoms?
Thanks for reading!
-J
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