I opted for the DMDs, Copaxone is currently my only option due to other conditions. I decided to medicate for a few reasons: First, because of how quickly symptoms came on as soon as I was dx'd. Second, how I could have been undiagnosed since 1970s. Third, research has shown that brains of those with MS show atrophy, which is decreased with the use of DMDs. I don't want to mess with my brain. I feel extremely lucky to have access to some excellent expert care and my doctors all recommend DMD, as well.

But, with everything, its up to you. I suffer no serious side effects from the copaxone, and luckily my insurance (thus far) pays most of the costs.