MS.

Pretty sure.

[lynn P.]

((((Rainbowzz))) - I sure hope not. Do you have an appt. with a specialist? You're in my prayers and sending good vibes.

[NuckingFutz]

No way! I hope the dx is wrong. Sending prayers and warm thoughts!

well let me explain.

It has been suggested before, but never looked into. I did some research a few years ago. Slowly, over the course of time, I have gotten more and more symptoms.

Was intending on bringing it up again anywyas, but was reveiwing this list:
http://www.mult-sclerosis.org/mssymptoms.html

Let me show you what symptoms I have out of that..

Visual Symptoms
Symptom Description
Optic Neuritis Blurred vision, eye pain, loss of colour vision, blindness
Diplopia Double Vision
Nystagmus Jerky Eye Movements
Ocular Dysmetria Constant under- or overshooting eye movements
Internuclear Ophthalmoplegia Lack of coordination between the two eyes, nystagmus, diplopia
Movement and sound phosphenes Flashing lights when moving eyes or in response to a sudden noise
Afferent Pupillary Defect Abnormal pupil responses
Motor Symptoms
Symptom Description
Paresis, Monoparesis, Paraparesis, Hemiparesis, Quadraparesis Muscle weakness - partial or mild paralysis
Plegia, Paraplegia, Hemiplegia, Tetraplegia, Quadraplegia Paralysis - Total or near total loss of muscle strength
Spasticity Loss of muscle tone causing stiffness, pain and restricting free movement of affected limbs
Dysarthria Slurred speech and related speech problems
Muscle Atrophy Wasting of muscles due to lack of use
Spasms, Cramps Involuntary contraction of muscles
Hypotonia, Clonus Problems with posture
Myoclonus, Myokymia Jerking and twitching muscles, Tics
Restless Leg Syndrome Involuntary Leg Movements, especially bothersome at night
Footdrop Foot drags along floor during walking
Dysfunctional Reflexes MSRs, Babinski's, Hoffman's, Chaddock's
Sensory Symptoms
Symptom Description
Paraesthesia Partial numbness, tingling, buzzing and vibration sensations
Anaesthesia Complete numbness/loss of sensation
Neuralgia, Neuropathic and Neurogenic pain Pain without apparent cause, burning, itching and electrical shock sensations
L'Hermitte's Electric shocks and buzzing sensations when moving head
Proprioceptive Dysfunction Loss of awareness of location of body parts
Trigeminal Neuralgia Facial pain
Coordination and Balance Symptoms
Symptom
Description
Ataxia Loss of coordination
Intention tremor Shaking when performing fine movements
Dysmetria Constant under- or overshooting limb movements
Vestibular Ataxia Abnormal balance function in the inner ear
Vertigo Nausea/vomitting/sensitivity to travel sickness from vestibular ataxia
Speech Ataxia Problems coordinating speech, stuttering
Dystonia Slow limb position feedback
Dysdiadochokinesia Loss of ability to produce rapidly alternating movements, for example to move to a rhythm
Bowel, Bladder and Sexual Symptoms
Symptom Description
Frequent Micturation, Bladder Spasticity Urinary urgency and incontinence
Flaccid Bladder, Detrusor-Sphincter Dyssynergia Urinary hesitancy and retention
Erectile Dysfunction Male and female impotence
Anorgasmy Inability to achieve orgasm
Retrograde ejaculation Ejaculating into the bladder
Frigidity Inability to become sexually aroused
Constipation Infrequent or irregular bowel movements
Fecal Urgency Bowel urgency
Fecal Incontinence Bowel incontinence
Cognitive Symptoms
Symptom Description
Depression
Cognitive dysfunction Short-term and long-term memory problems, forgetfulness, slow word recall
Dementia
Mood swings, emotional lability, euphoria
Bipolar syndrome
Anxiety
Aphasia, Dysphasia Impairments to speech comprehension and production
Other Symptoms
Symptom Description
Fatigue
Uhthoff's Symptom Increase in severity of symptoms with heat
Gastroesophageal Reflux Acid reflux
Impaired sense of taste and smell
Epileptic seizures
Swallowing problems
Respiratory problems
Sleeping Disorders

Inappropriately cold body parts
Autonomic nervous system problems

[Indie'sOK]

((((bowzz))))) My thoughts are with you x

[Rhiannonsmoon]

(((((((((((Bowzz))))))))))))

That Sux! sending you loving thoughts & supportive energies,

Rhian,

XX XX

Hoping for the best, Rainbowzz.

[splitz]

Try not to panic until you have at least had an MRI and CAT scan.
A lot of those symptoms even in combination can be due to other things and / or drugs. If I ticked off all the symptoms I had on that list I could worry that I had MS.
Get properly investigated.
Good luck.
Splitz

Saw Doc today. He said he didn't wish to alarm me, but its VERY possible. MS SEEMS to run in my birth family.

He wants me in to the neurologist within 2 weeks.

[lynn P.]

That's good you got an appt. that soon. Wait for all the testing to be done and try not to worry too much. I pray it won't be MS ((Rainbowzz))

I am the most scared by my vision changes to be honest. Blurring, and double, but only one eye at a time..some pressure as well.

[lynn P.]

Originally Posted by Rainbowzz

I am the most scared by my vision changes to be honest. Blurring, and double, but only one eye at a time..some pressure as well.

I understand the vision changes must be very scary. We need our eyes so badly. I had a problem with one eye a few months ago - there was this long black tube like thing at the top of my vision. When I looked to the side there was flashes like lightening. I was very scared. Luckily it wasn't a detached retina like I feared, but was a new floater that was dislodged from the back of my eye. This happens when you're older.

What are the standard tests for diagnosing MS?? I know they do neurological tests. Is there a blood test? BTW - have you had your vitamin D levels checked? I remember hearing several yrs ago, that a vit. D deficiency was suspected of causing MS. It's strange how some countries in the hot climate regions, don't get MS - so that's a clue I think. Keep us posted and you're in my prayers.

[splitimage]

Aw Rainbowzz, That sucks and I really hope it's not true. Glad you're getting into see a neuro fast though. Hang in there, I'll be thinking of you.

--splitimage

Does anyone make contact with Raynaadi anymore? I could use her guidance if i could get ahold of her.

[Rhiannonsmoon]

Dear ((((Rainbowzz )))

I understand your concern and fear, as Lynn.p mentioned we are so reliant on it and when it plays up and knowing what is happening it must be so hard.

This challenge is something only the strong can traverse, and when life throws these things at us we walk around in a daze until it hits then it hits hard.

Your journey can help others; write about every feeling, every pain, every fear and obstacle and publish it as a fund raising tool for research into this dreadful disease. It is big, Rainbowzz but it is not bigger than you,



Rhia
xxxxooooxxxx

[shezbut]

Originally Posted by Rainbowzz

Saw Doc today. He said he didn't wish to alarm me, but its VERY possible. MS SEEMS to run in my birth family.

He wants me in to the neurologist within 2 weeks.

((((Rainbowzz))))

You are in my thoughts honey. I hope that the neurologist comes up with with answers, and good medications to control the symptoms of your diagnosis. I wish you the very best!

[googley]

(((((Rainbowzz)))))

I'm so sorry you are having to go through this period of uncertainty. I know how hard it can be. We are here to support you. You're in my thoughts.