Shrinking unwillingly
 

Has anybody noticed that their entire body has reduced in size, despite eating the same? Does this disease deteriorate our usual stature, size, muscle mass?

Not sure, but interesting question. I lost 40lbs, 1/2 inch in height, and 3 dress sizes during the DX process. If I was really trying, I wouldn't mind being less in the weight department, LOL.

My weight's been pretty stable for about a year now though.

I have noticed a lack of strength in my left arm, as for height have not measured myself for a while, as for weight yeah come on calgon take it away

I haven't noticed a difference in height.

I have noticed a difference in width, though. And not the way I want it to go....if you know what I mean. :o

I didn't eat much when things were bad (kept forgetting/had no appetite), but I kept the weight on because I always had to get up in the middle of the night to eat or I couldn't sleep either.

Not getting much heart-pumping exercise doesn't help with losing weight. :rolleyes:

My leg/arm muscles look buff :), and I thought that was a good thing until I realized it was just the up side of spasticity. :(

Cherie

I knew I was shrinking - that's why my belly looks bigger!!!

I don't know if MS does this but, age does. I'm in my 60s, but haven't noticed any change in height. But, I do look like I'm 6 months Prego..:D....I blame MS and the lack of exercise for that..:rolleyes:

I always say I'm 5'2, but I seem to recall that being my mother's idea because I was so sad about being short. I think it was 5'1.5 at that ;)

I was actually planning on having my GP or neuro measure my height to be sure :)

me too I am going to see pcp friday and ask when there to find out, because now i am wondering

My left leg has become noticeably smaller as I've lost muscle mass due to weakness on that side. Even with physical therapy and doing exercises to increase strength, I can still see my thigh and calf are small on that side.
Susan