I had not heard of LDN until this week. I am intrigued by the possibilities...and still not quite sure what I think of it...

I am currently having a relapse with fatigue, headaches and optic neuritis. I skipped my Avonex for 3-4 weeks and think this may have something to do with the active lesion. We did the IV steroids a month ago. My neurologist wants to change my medication, with the theory that it's like cross training and that people experience an increase in results when they switch. She recommends going from the Avonex that I have been on for a little over three years to Copaxone. (diagnosed with RRMS 2/05 - Avonex 3/05 to now)

Looking at the differences between these two medicines and how they work has brought on a whole new set of questions for me. Like - why am I ON Avonex and how does Copaxone work and are either of these a good idea?

I prefer natural remedies whenever possible. In my opinion, supporting the immune system is one of the most important things we can do for our bodies. Though parts of my immune system are "misguided"...it is still my first-line defense against things like illness, cancer, etc. Apparently that is controversial. My first neurologist told me not to do anything that made my immune system stronger. But I am reading things that contradict that idea.

I would like to invite discussion. I know that many of you have been dealing with this longer than myself and have way more experience than I do. Maybe not all questions can be answered...

Brenda