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Hello Lisa.

I'm sorry, I know that would have been quite embarrassing for you. I'm not a medical professional so I don't know if MS is a concern.

I would definitely see if you could get in with your Rheumatologist sooner to discuss your current concerns. There is no symptom that is exclusive to MS including Pars Plaints. Many other conditions, vitamin/mineral deficiencies, medications and mental health disorders can all cause similar symptoms as those seen in MS. One of the first things you can do is check the side effects of the medications you may use. It's not uncommon to think something else is going on when in reality it can be due to medication side effects.

Try not to stress over wetting the bed, it happens, but it doesn't necessarily mean it will happen again. It could be a "one off" type issue. Have you had any waking hour problems such as leaking, urgency or wetting yourself? As we get older urinary issues can come up, it can be due to changes in hormones or even lack of pelvic muscle tone. In a deep sleep cycle (REM) it's possible you didn't know you needed to go until it was too late. If you do take medications and it's taken at bedtime this could have contributed to wetting yourself. These are just some thoughts and I have no way of knowing if any of it fits for you.

Hi,

I also feel for you. It can't be easy.

Snoopy is right. You will have to check the medications you take very carefully. Also, as you have a problem with saliva you must go for a dental check up far more often than other people would. The saliva helps your tooth enamel stay intact by preventing a bacterial buildup. You don't have that protection.

The only thing I can suggest you try to do, and it will difficult to get someone to agree, are more in-depth tests than the standard ones you have already had. There is a weak association with many genetic and environmental triggers but a fasting amino panel and a uric acid test (not urea) might show some readings that are outside the normal range and give you a starting point. I would also see if you can see an endocrinologist for more detailed studies.

What you have is not well understood. You will probably have to think outside the box. I'm sure many of us will have suggestions and experiences to share.

Best wishes.