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Old Dec 10, 2014, 12:11 AM
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Hello
My dad was somewhat recently diagnosed with MS.
I have read up on what it is and what goes on in treatments, with the medications he's on, and what the symptoms are.
However, he doesn't realize how he can manage his symptoms. Is it just because he's heavily denying his health status, or is there something more?
Does anyone know how to try to help someone without being super upfront (he's very independent and doesn't like to be told what could help him or what would be in his best interest)
Also, does anyone know of any good coping mechanisms for MS? My dad mostly complains about the pain/numbness/tingling in his arms (any remedies?)