becoming progressive
Hi Nolleez,
Secondary progressive ms is characterized by a more steady progression of symptoms and disability and fewer or no relapses. For me, I can mark the exact moment of the beginning of my 'slide'. Going for a walk, I noticed my foot making a curious slapping noise. This was the beginning of weakness in both legs. I continued to have occasional relapses which steroids didn't help as they once had, not uncommon. It's a different road for everybody, I know SPMSers who are still on their feet, walking without aid, after many years. Some people with many lesions have relatively little progression/debilitywhile others, like me, have non-definitive MRIs and more debility piling up. An MRI won't point out the transition to SPMS but can be a good baseline for comparison when taking meds. Listen to your body! You know you best. If you feel you should see a neuro, please do. Take care of yourself, Laurakim
Hi Nolleez,
Secondary progressive ms is characterized by a more steady progression of symptoms and disability and fewer or no relapses. For me, I can mark the exact moment of the beginning of my 'slide'. Going for a walk, I noticed my foot making a curious slapping noise. This was the beginning of weakness in both legs. I continued to have occasional relapses which steroids didn't help as they once had, not uncommon. It's a different road for everybody, I know SPMSers who are still on their feet, walking without aid, after many years. Some people with many lesions have relatively little progression/debilitywhile others, like me, have non-definitive MRIs and more debility piling up. An MRI won't point out the transition to SPMS but can be a good baseline for comparison when taking meds. Listen to your body! You know you best. If you feel you should see a neuro, please do. Take care of yourself, Laurakim
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