new - seeking info
Posted: Sat Oct 06, 2007 9:45 am
Hello,
I am 39, diagnosed in 2000 after MRI and spinal tap. Started with a severe headache for days then turned into issues on both sides of my body - legs, arms and torso. This lasted a couple of months. Prior to that I cannot recall anything that would indicated I had MS and there is no family history. I have always seen a naturopathic doctor and continue to do so. I chose not to go on Rebif (neurologist recommended at the time of diagnosis) and decided to continue alternative methods. I have been well for the most part. I had 2nd MRI 2 1/2 years ago at my request, there were a few new lessions but I had not had attacks and seemed to be ok. I don't know that my choices have been good or not by not having gone on any drugs? Who knows! I recognize these drugs have helped many people with MS. I take a lot of homeopathic remedies and vitamin supplements and try to eat well. Have been off dairy for 12 years. I know MS is different for everyone and we are all in various stages. Since 2000 I have experienced a few things, but nothing severe. But now I have had an attack in July in my legs and torso area - numbness and difficulty walking. Through acupuncture, massages, chiropractic, homeopath remedies and plenty of rest, I was 99% better after 3 weeks. Now 2 months later my upper body (arms) are numb and I am dropping things out of left hand. I am going to neorologist in November to see what options I need to explore. I have been lucky and doing well, but I now my MS appears to be taking another direction! Through my local MS capter, I was given a book last week called Up the creek with a paddle. I am very curious to learn more about LDN if anyone is using this and how it is working. I can't seem to much information that is more current than 2004. I am in Ontario Canada- it seems to be available in the US & UK. From what I have read so far, it seems to be working well and it may be worth exploring. I think at this point I need to open myself up to all options available! I am interested in hearing any information on this and any other advice anyone may have. Thanks
I am 39, diagnosed in 2000 after MRI and spinal tap. Started with a severe headache for days then turned into issues on both sides of my body - legs, arms and torso. This lasted a couple of months. Prior to that I cannot recall anything that would indicated I had MS and there is no family history. I have always seen a naturopathic doctor and continue to do so. I chose not to go on Rebif (neurologist recommended at the time of diagnosis) and decided to continue alternative methods. I have been well for the most part. I had 2nd MRI 2 1/2 years ago at my request, there were a few new lessions but I had not had attacks and seemed to be ok. I don't know that my choices have been good or not by not having gone on any drugs? Who knows! I recognize these drugs have helped many people with MS. I take a lot of homeopathic remedies and vitamin supplements and try to eat well. Have been off dairy for 12 years. I know MS is different for everyone and we are all in various stages. Since 2000 I have experienced a few things, but nothing severe. But now I have had an attack in July in my legs and torso area - numbness and difficulty walking. Through acupuncture, massages, chiropractic, homeopath remedies and plenty of rest, I was 99% better after 3 weeks. Now 2 months later my upper body (arms) are numb and I am dropping things out of left hand. I am going to neorologist in November to see what options I need to explore. I have been lucky and doing well, but I now my MS appears to be taking another direction! Through my local MS capter, I was given a book last week called Up the creek with a paddle. I am very curious to learn more about LDN if anyone is using this and how it is working. I can't seem to much information that is more current than 2004. I am in Ontario Canada- it seems to be available in the US & UK. From what I have read so far, it seems to be working well and it may be worth exploring. I think at this point I need to open myself up to all options available! I am interested in hearing any information on this and any other advice anyone may have. Thanks