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Thank you questor. That is the kind of information I am looking for. I have been on Copaxone for 11 years and have a lot of lipoatrophy. I suspected that the doubling of the dose may increase that. I also have heard that compliance is an issue with the every other day dosing schedule.

For those who have already switched to the new dosing would you mind sharing any thoughts on it? I am specifically interested in hearing about side effects. I know this is a very new dosing change but would like to hear from anyone who has done it. Thank you.

I think you should tell people that they shouldn't make comments about things they don't understand. And then just walk away.

Been on Copaxone for 11 years. My biggest side effect complaint is lipoatrophy. It is pretty back on my thighs.

This is good to hear! Keep us updated! Thank you!

BG12 is Tecfidera

Roy, A sense of well-being is key! If you can tell that things seem to be improving that provides you the incentive to continue! I think it is the first sense that you are no longer feeling that you are worsening. As Mac said keep a log of your changes, with dates included. Seeing it on paper will r...

Just my experience: moved from Ohio to Florida in 2003. Best thing we ever did for my health! I swear by the vitamin D component of sun exposure as well as general well being from sunshine (mental). I couldn't do it without A/C but with it, no problem!

I find this very interesting. Kinda like Star Trek !

I think you should be a pest and insist they get you in sooner. Remember, when you call you typically are talking to the appointment taker and they usually don't understand the urgency. I find this to be one of the most annoying things about a neurology practice. If you don't get results in a timely...

Contact Biogen Idec for help with providing Tecfidera for your daughter. They have programs for those whose insurance will not cover it.

Sensible, take a deep breath and try to calm your mind. It is all very overwhelming at the beginning and it is best if you just take a step back for a minute to re-group. Then in time you can start to research and learn all you can. The more you know the less fearful you will be. You will be in cont...

Tif, what benefits have you seen using mmj?

Did you also receive a written report from the radiologist? (sorry if I missed this)