Hi Helen, and

Feel free to ask ANY question you have as there is always someone here who can give you some great advice and support.

I can't really add much to what has been written already, but I wanted to ask if you are in the US or Canada? Neurologists in the US seem to be much more aggressive with initiating treatment then many are here in Canada are . . .

Nice to meet you.

Cherie

Hi Helen and Welcome to NT!! As you're finding out, this is a great place to be under the circumstances. You've received some good advice which I'm sure must seem overwhelming now. Read, read, read -- the more you know, it seems the more comfortable you feel about the whole thing.

I had ON way back in 1976 and again in '78, but no mention of MS was made. Fortunately I only had arthritis type symptoms until 1990 when the tingling, numbness, foot drop, etc. began and I got the official diagnosis. So if the ON was really the beginning, I've had MS for 32 years and I'm still here -- obviously!! All the best to you as you begin your journey and remember we're here if ou have any questions, need a hug, or whatever!!!!

Take care........