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Originally Posted by momXseven
? for those that don't do DMD's, doesn't your neuro get upset that you don't want to do treatment? I mean it's different if your turning down a pain med but when it comes to something that might help you slow down the rate at which the MS get worst.
Not trying to start anything, I just want to know how a Dr. is with someone not doing DMD's.
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I think things might be different in Canada, or at least where I come from. I have had 3 different neuro's along the way, and only the last one tried to convince me into at least going through the CRAB presentations.
Canada has the highest known prevalence of MS in the world, and many of the trials (for the CRABs and other drugs) and are done right here in our research centers. Our neurologists and specialists are very aware of the pros and cons to such treatments, and because the efficacy is of them is really not that favorable, they let us chose for ourselves. They are quite willing to admit openly about their ineffectiveness too.
Our specialists are also not permitted kick-backs or favors from pharma industry. I think this tactic is also particularly persuasive/influencial in the US.
Cherie
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