New to this site, just diagnosed
Posted: Sun Apr 24, 2011 4:53 pm
Hi: I was diagnosed with MS (spinal cord) last week. I don't know too much about it yet but I'm hoping this site can educate me.
I'm 39 years old and my first attack was in 2008 (although I didn't know it was MS back then). In late 2010, the left side of my body went numb for a few weeks and then I had what felt like electricity buzzing through my left arm. I went to my regular doctor and she suspected MS. After a few tests and an MRI, I was told it was MS.
I love the outdoors... especially hiking.. and I'm a Zumba instructor. For those of you who have never heard of Zumba, it's a Latin inspired dance fitness class. I wonder what my life will be like in 5, 10, 15 years from now. I am scared but I try not to show it. I'm thinking that a lot of people on this site can relate.
Anyhow, it's nice to meet you.
Take Care
I'm 39 years old and my first attack was in 2008 (although I didn't know it was MS back then). In late 2010, the left side of my body went numb for a few weeks and then I had what felt like electricity buzzing through my left arm. I went to my regular doctor and she suspected MS. After a few tests and an MRI, I was told it was MS.
I love the outdoors... especially hiking.. and I'm a Zumba instructor. For those of you who have never heard of Zumba, it's a Latin inspired dance fitness class. I wonder what my life will be like in 5, 10, 15 years from now. I am scared but I try not to show it. I'm thinking that a lot of people on this site can relate.
Anyhow, it's nice to meet you.
Take Care