I was diagnosed 4 years ago with very minor symptoms - all sensory (vibrations in legs). I have been on Copaxone since that time with no issue.
However, I think I am currently having an exacerbation - more sensory symptoms, but in a place where I never had them before (numbness/tingling in my face). My doctor is being proactive and is going to have me get an MRI. She said if there is a change, we would discuss a medication change. I was all for Copaxone but if I am getting new lesions, I want to switch. Four years is a pretty good run on that med.
So, here's my question - what would you do at this point? Would you change to a more effective oral med (I am thinking Gilenya is the option I would choose), or would you go for a "big gun" like Tysabri (I don't think I am the point of considering Ocrevus)? I am just seeking your opinion, so all opinions are welcome
However, I think I am currently having an exacerbation - more sensory symptoms, but in a place where I never had them before (numbness/tingling in my face). My doctor is being proactive and is going to have me get an MRI. She said if there is a change, we would discuss a medication change. I was all for Copaxone but if I am getting new lesions, I want to switch. Four years is a pretty good run on that med.
So, here's my question - what would you do at this point? Would you change to a more effective oral med (I am thinking Gilenya is the option I would choose), or would you go for a "big gun" like Tysabri (I don't think I am the point of considering Ocrevus)? I am just seeking your opinion, so all opinions are welcome
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