Hello!

I am a transplant for the "other" site. I was upset at some of the changes that happened and moved over here following the trail of bread crumbs left behind by the masses that are leaving. I am happy to be here!

I was diagnosed in March of 07. it was a complete shock to me, even though I had many sx and many signals that something was wrong for a long long time. I was told by MDs that I was "sensitive" and or "over analyzing" or "looking for answers, when none were needed" "typical migraine syndrome" I moved to a new state and had to get a whole new health care team. My new MD was upset that I had a headache and was hesitant to let him examine me. I said, "look, I have played this game for years, you look, and say its nothing, go home and rest. I go home and stay upset, so lets not start this game" After some pushing I allowed him to examine my eyes and dropped foot. he said " dont be upset again, but i believe I know why you are always having trouble. lets get you signed up for some simple tests" He turned my world upside down. All here have been extremely compassionate, and not once have I been made to feel like a "whiner" or a "hypochondriac"

Started Betaseron in March and was pulled off in July because my liver enzymes were so high. I set a clinic record. Went on to Copaxone in August and just had my follow up six month MRI. I am now in the "stable" catagory. No new lesions! I was starting a collection. So, I feel better, I look better, I walk better, and I am once again hopeful for a better tomorrow.

I was forced to retire as a nurse/medic because I wasnt able to keep up anymore. At first I thought it was a horrible thing, but it has given me so much rest, peace, and time to be able to care for myself. Had I known I had MS I would have retired years earlier.

so, that is me! I am happy to have found this place