I have been on Avonex more years than I can remember and I have always had a problem with the flu like symptoms. I take the medication late in the afternoon on Sunday (best time for me schedule-wise) so these symptoms hit me late at night while I'm trying to sleep. I also have trouble with nausea the day after and of course, being exhausted since I haven't slept.
Last night was a final straw. After 2 hours (by my husbands count) of body aches, teeth chattering chills and night sweats, I decided I can't take it anymore.
My MS is mild by comparison to some, mostly cognitive, muscle tightness and of course, tiredness. I also have not had any changes in my MRI's in years.
I'm weighing the pros and cons of Avonex and right now the cons are winning.
Any ideas from the group on alternative medications or therapies would be appreciated. I have also asked my neuro and am waiting on her response.
Last night was a final straw. After 2 hours (by my husbands count) of body aches, teeth chattering chills and night sweats, I decided I can't take it anymore.
My MS is mild by comparison to some, mostly cognitive, muscle tightness and of course, tiredness. I also have not had any changes in my MRI's in years.
I'm weighing the pros and cons of Avonex and right now the cons are winning.
Any ideas from the group on alternative medications or therapies would be appreciated. I have also asked my neuro and am waiting on her response.
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