[dreambeliever128]

I'm new to the forum but wanted to ask some questions.

I live in Colorado and I was told by two different people that Colorado has the highest statistics for people with MS.

I was diagnosed about 2 years ago by my Neurologist and was given a script for Marijuana for pain. It didn't work so I stay on my Methadone. I also have RSD, TOS, Interstital Cystitis, Cronic Fatigue Syndrome, Cronic Pain Syndrome and now have been diagnosed with Lyme disease.

My fatigue has become much worse, I stay sick at my stomach a lot, I have twitching and jerking, I have allergies, and too much more to name going on right now.

I have gotten worse this month. My caregiver thinks it's my MS getting worse. She has been a caregiver for years and was also the boss in the caregivers office for 8 years so she is pretty up on what going on with clients.

I don't know what to do anymore. I know I need to make an appt. with my Neurologist but now I need to deal with the Lyme disease.

I was wondering how MS usually progresses. My neighbor has MS and we have the exact same days but now I am seeing other problems.

What are your worst symptoms of MS and as I said, how does it seem to progress with people.

My daughter is also one of my caregivers and she takes care of another lady with MS that is in a wheelchair. I know there are different kinds and the progress differently.

Thanks for any help you can give me.
Ada

[AfterMyNap]

Hi Ada, wow, that's a loaded question. It's so different for everyone, it's really a crapshoot to say that there is some kind of pattern or "typical" course.

I've been MSing about 28 (carp! I just saw that!) years and for the last five, everything on my body is revolting in new ways. I went from an extremely active, outdoors enthusiast all the way to a veritable couch potato.

My left leg and foot are dead weight and the left hand is on its way out, I think, for good. At times, it has interfered with virtually all of my senses and movements.

Yet, I have MS friends who are raising kids, on sports teams, hopping the globe, and working at high level jobs full time.

I can say that almost all of my major events began with a small place of numbness that spread over weeks or months, and never quite went completely away.

[MSacorn]

Oh Ada
I'm so sorry you have so much going on to have new symptoms to top it off. As AMN said MS is different for everyone.

I've had MS for 10 years. The first three were tough, lots of numbness, hands and feet, right side worse. I had to go on disability, then pretty steady until Jan '06. I seem to be on a slow decline. Right side is weaker and hands so painful, everything in my life is trying. But I keep on keepin' on. Have realized I'll just have to do most things differently now.

I moved to CO 2-1/2 yrs ago and from my MS friends it seems that half of them, at least, moved here from somewhere else.

I hope you find the answers you need. We are here for you.

[dreambeliever128]

for the help.

I have lived in Co. for 35 of my 55 years. I'm from Ky.

I have started having the leg and feet problems. If I go off of my Methadone then I can't stand the pain and can't walk. I am now dealing also with the tightness in the legs and feet.

I use a cane only when needed also. I work hard to keep going also. It's a constant struggle.

I was surprised to see two Coloradoians answer me. I'm about 150 miles from Denver.

I have a Neurologist in the Springs that has helped me. He was my neighbors Dr. and he had me to go see him. The man is very good.

Where I live it seems like 75% of us are implants from other areas. I was just wondering if the altitude makes a difference on MS.

Thanks again for the help.
Ada

[christine bauman]

Hello and I also live in Colorado, last week at a seminar by Dr. Murray my nuero he asked the crowd how many moved to Colorado after diagnosis. It was interesting about 2/3. he mentioned most people move here due tot he climate. It is the most MS friendly. I love it here and have improved. But have gone on organics foods and eat healthily. No saturated fats or try to not have them. Good supplements from Whole Foods. he told me to take Reversal, vitamin b, fish oil, alpha lipoic acid, no soy products, grape seed extract, And I have. I work out a little, swim, ride a bike. But I can't walk with out assistance, a walker. I use a scooter for longer distance. I have had three doses of Tysabri and noticed improvement.

Hope this helps, hugs Christine

[SallyC]

Welcome dreambeliever128, Nice of you to drop in from your RSD forum home. I'm sorry for all your multi DX. What a shame.

I hope you like it here and visit often.

[Snoopy]

Hi Ada,

Yes Colorado is known for having high stats of PwMS. I don't believe living in Colorado has any bearing on my diagnosis....I had only lived in Colorado about 3 years when I was dx'd and I can take symptoms back to childhood.

Progression is different for each of us. Some will progress quickly others slowly.

My legs are the most affected and I have fought from the very begining to keep them going. I have a problem with stiffness and I'm hoping to get it somewhat resolve with my up coming neuro appointment.

I am mobile and only use a cane occasionally.

The National MS Society has alot of information that you may find helpful.......
http://www.nationalmssociety.org/sit...m_gen_homepage

Also The Rocky Mountain MS Center is a good resource......
http://www.mscenter.org/index.php/

You have your hands full with health issues and I wish you all the best

[Goodn'Plenty]

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[Taffy]

Hi there DB!

I am RRMS and was Dx 5 years ago. I am on Rebif. I am mobile but use a cane for rough ground or longer distance. I don't trip like 5 years ago, but I have a numb right foot and hand.

[MSacorn]

Originally Posted by Taffy

Hi there DB!

I am RRMS and was Dx 5 years ago. I am on Rebif. I am mobile but use a cane for rough ground or longer distance. I don't trip like 5 years ago, but I have a numb right foot and hand.

Here comes Beth barging in on Taffy. Wow, I didn't realize our similarities. I too have RRMS and have a numb right foot and hand. But, I was dx 10 yrs ago and walk good without an exacerbation. Although I tend to do it (walk) on the diagonal. Which does lead to bumps and bruising for me and those that get in my path.