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I was on IV Solumedrol for my first episode of optic neuritis many years ago. 15 years and no symptoms later, I had a massive episode which also began with optic neuritis. This time I was prescribed 1g of pred. Yes, you read it right. A gram per day. I took 100 pills per day for 10 days and then 3 w...

I, too, am noew to the MS world. I have been on many boards, and this one is BY FAR the best one out there. Thanks to everyone for helping to make this journey a bit less scary.
Jen

Thanks euphoniaa. I have been reading those threads. I figure I will learn way more about the meds through the words of those taking them than the docs. Nothing beats first-hand experience.
Thanks daverestonvirginia. I think I'm leaning toward copaxone for that very reason.
Jen

Both times I have had Optic Neuritis, I have intense pain behind my eye, loss of colour differentiation and blurring. Hope that helps. Best of luck to you, your daughter and your entire family.
Jen

Hi Amber,
I am a newcomer myself. Hope you find what you are looking for!
Jen

I have been reading all of the fabulous threads and wanted to say thanks and hello to you all. I am newly diagnosed and waiting for an appt. with a new neuro (my 4th one) who specializes in MS to begin treatment. Any thoughts on my med choices? I live in Canada, so cost and coverage are not issues a...