I had unusual, and uncharacteristic symptoms during this MS flare.

I began to solicit sex from people over internet swingers sites. Thankfully, DH found my emails and put a halt to it prior to anything occurring. I am now on steroids, and, hopefully the flare will be over soon.

Anyone else have behavior changes of a similar nature while in a flare?

~ Faith

Hugs Faith.You always have such a hard time with these
personality/behavior changes. They must be so hard to deal with. Its
good you have a supportive husband to help you with this.

Im glad you are speaking up about this as I am sure there are others
out there that need support with this issue.

I hope you are back to Faith very soon.

Tries, and intends to be supportive. Sometimes, and this is definitely one of the strongest of those "sometimes", is much more controlling than supportive or helpful.

He has stolen my cell phone, will not allow use of home phone w/out him being right there, and has put a password on the computer so that I cannot use it without him also being right there.

Contacted an attorney about the legality of this, but, would likely take 2-3 months to complete any legal process. I am hoping he will come to his senses prior to that. Sometimes, I believe that he needs meds and mental health help more than I do when I am in a flare.

~ Faith

Im sorry Faith

Oh faith, first, you are NOT alone. When I am in flare, I tend to be...hmm...how shall I phrase it..."hungry" that is a good word. I am hungry for sexual attention. That is one of my clues that its a true flare. its not normal behavior for me. I have not gone as far as to seek it outside of my home, but it is during those flairs that I tend to feel less satisfied with what I have at home. I have come to know this is a "trick!" of my mind, and know that it will pass.

Also please know that ALL MS meds CAN cause abnormal thinking patterns. From A to R and C included. its listed right on the phamplet that comes with them. Please speak to your MD about this. It maybe a flair or a side effect of the meds. Please dont sit at home, and sit in silence. SPEAK UP!

If you feel your husband is being REactive, instead of PROactive, then you may need a go between. Seek out a female counselor, and have her as your referee. You have admitted that you are having an issue, and I think its not unfair to be met with understanding and compassion, but sometimes spouses can feel injured, or insulted. its hard to be compassionate if you feel wounded.

PLEASE dont sit in silence. Speak up. Lets get you some help. Call your MS center or your PCP MD and ask for some couseling. and remember you ARE loved!

Hey Dej. Thx for your post.

Yeah, a contributing factor for the seeking attention outside was that DH is currently on a med that decreases interest and ability to have and maintain an erection. Therefore, I'm not getting much at home. Would definitely have preferred, even during a flare when my thinking was not clear, that interactions be w/ him and not w/ a stranger.

~ Faith

I may volunteer to go to day hospital for about 3 days, just to get a professional to tell DH that I am fine, and he is wa-ay not ethical in taking away my personal property and legal rights.

Sounds like, if he is told that by them, that he will likely cooperate.

~ Faith

(((((((Faith)))))))

Faith,

I'm so sorry you're having these symptoms and the problem with your DH as well. I hope the steroids will help and you'll be feeling better soon.

Ditto what Midge said...so sorry to hear of your troubles, Faith. Know that we're here for you in whatever virtual capacity we can be...our thoughts and prayers are with you...
I wonder if that drug...what's it called...Zenvia? would help you. It helps the problem of oh shoot...swiss cheese time...I'll come back when I can remember...