Guest guest Posted November 19, 2006 Report Posted November 19, 2006 I would like to extend a warm welcome to our newest member here at MSersLife! I know we all look forward to getting to know you here on the group. Please feel free to send an introduction as soon as you wish, ask any questions you want, share your experiences with all of us and just jump into the conversations! Sharon (MSersLife Group Owner/Creator) It's not easy taking my problems one at a time when they refuse to get in line. ~Ashleigh Brilliant Check out the all-new Yahoo! Mail beta - Fire up a more powerful email and get things done faster. Quote
Guest guest Posted November 22, 2006 Report Posted November 22, 2006 Thank you for all of the posts welcoming me. For a little bit about myself, I am a 36 year old female. I have been married for 14 years to a great guy named Lane. I have 3 boys 21, Curtis 20 and Cody 17. I live in Alliance, Ohio. I was diagnosed with MS on October 27, 2006 after 2 MRI's, 2 EMG's and a spinal tap. It started in February when my left hand, arm, neck and side of head went numb. I went to my doctor and he said it was probably a pinched nerve due to extreme amounts of stress, he gave me nerve pills and sleeping pills. Went back after a couple weeks and he still didn't order any test just more pills. I went to a Chiropractor for a few weeks and he eventually ordered an MRI of my neck which showed a lesion and was suspicion for MS. I then went to a neurologist who ordered a MRI of my brain and an EMG test. The MRI showed lesions but did not appear to be a demylinating disease so the neurologist said he really didn't know what it was but maybe some kind of stroke, he said the hand would get better and didn't even order a follow up visit. After 8 months and no improvment my internal medicine doctor found me an awesome neurologist who ordered another EMG and the spinal tap (horrible experience) and found out it was MS. I did 5 days I.V. steroids, 12 days oral steroids, and started Betaseron on November 6. At first I was terrified. When I went for my first I.V. there was a woman there who was 42 and in secondary progressive stage and she had me scared to death. She cried the whole time and told me how horrible her life was. It took me a few days to get over that encounter. I am still scared but I am just grateful for everyday that I wake up. It could be worse. I have just found a local support group but they do not meet until January. I am more concerned with how this could effect my family if I have alot of problems. I look forward to meeting everyone online and have already read alot of good information in the posts. Thanks again and sorry this is so long. Quote
Guest guest Posted November 22, 2006 Report Posted November 22, 2006 Keep posting; we need you, too! A first name would be nice; you do not even have to use the real one, just a name would be nice. Do not let that other patient get you down; no matter what variety of MS each of us has, it is different in each of us anyway. I was diagnosed when I was 19 and am still wobbling around at over 69! Love, and welcome aboard, n Rojas, California Re: We have a NEW MEMBER! jyeagley Thank you for all of the posts welcoming me. For a little bit about myself, I am a 36 year old female. I have been married for 14 years to a great guy named Lane. I have 3 boys 21, Curtis 20 and Cody 17. I live in Alliance, Ohio. I was diagnosed with MS on October 27, 2006 after 2 MRI's, 2 EMG's and a spinal tap. It started in February when my left hand, arm, neck and side of head went numb. I went to my doctor and he said it was probably a pinched nerve due to extreme amounts of stress, he gave me nerve pills and sleeping pills. Went back after a couple weeks and he still didn't order any test just more pills. I went to a Chiropractor for a few weeks and he eventually ordered an MRI of my neck which showed a lesion and was suspicion for MS. I then went to a neurologist who ordered a MRI of my brain and an EMG test. The MRI showed lesions but did not appear to be a demylinating disease so the neurologist said he really didn't know what it was but maybe some kind of stroke, he said the hand would get better and didn't even order a follow up visit. After 8 months and no improvment my internal medicine doctor found me an awesome neurologist who ordered another EMG and the spinal tap (horrible experience) and found out it was MS. I did 5 days I.V. steroids, 12 days oral steroids, and started Betaseron on November 6. At first I was terrified. When I went for my first I.V. there was a woman there who was 42 and in secondary progressive stage and she had me scared to death. She cried the whole time and told me how horrible her life was. It took me a few days to get over that encounter. I am still scared but I am just grateful for everyday that I wake up. It could be worse. I have just found a local support group but they do not meet until January. I am more concerned with how this could effect my family if I have alot of problems. I look forward to meeting everyone online and have already read alot of good information in the posts. Thanks again and sorry this is so long. No virus found in this incoming message.Checked by AVG.Version: 7.5.431 / Virus Database: 268.14.14/547 - Release Date: 11/22/2006 5:41 PM Quote
Guest guest Posted November 22, 2006 Report Posted November 22, 2006 Sorry about that. My name is Jocelyn. Thank you for the nice response. Quote
Guest guest Posted November 22, 2006 Report Posted November 22, 2006 I'm glad you found us but I'm sorry to hear you have MS. On the bright side there are certainly a lot of worse things than MS. The chances are very good that you will never, ever be in the condition of the 42 y/o you met when you went for IV. Ask anything you want--chances are someone here will have an answer for you. How's your family doing with your diagnosis?hugs)))Sharon Right now I'm having amnesia and deja vu at the same time.. Re: We have a NEW MEMBER! jyeagley Thank you for all of the posts welcoming me. For a little bit about myself, I am a 36 year old female. I have been married for 14 years to a great guy named Lane. I have 3 boys 21, Curtis 20 and Cody 17. I live in Alliance, Ohio. I was diagnosed with MS on October 27, 2006 after 2 MRI's, 2 EMG's and a spinal tap. It started in February when my left hand, arm, neck and side of head went numb. I went to my doctor and he said it was probably a pinched nerve due to extreme amounts of stress, he gave me nerve pills and sleeping pills. Went back after a couple weeks and he still didn't order any test just more pills. I went to a Chiropractor for a few weeks and he eventually ordered an MRI of my neck which showed a lesion and was suspicion for MS. I then went to a neurologist who ordered a MRI of my brain and an EMG test. The MRI showed lesions but did not appear to be a demylinating disease so the neurologist said he really didn't know what it was but maybe some kind of stroke, he said the hand would get better and didn't even order a follow up visit. After 8 months and no improvment my internal medicine doctor found me an awesome neurologist who ordered another EMG and the spinal tap (horrible experience) and found out it was MS. I did 5 days I.V. steroids, 12 days oral steroids, and started Betaseron on November 6. At first I was terrified. When I went for my first I.V. there was a woman there who was 42 and in secondary progressive stage and she had me scared to death. She cried the whole time and told me how horrible her life was. It took me a few days to get over that encounter. I am still scared but I am just grateful for everyday that I wake up. It could be worse. I have just found a local support group but they do not meet until January. I am more concerned with how this could effect my family if I have alot of problems. I look forward to meeting everyone online and have already read alot of good information in the posts. Thanks again and sorry this is so long. Access over 1 million songs - Yahoo! Music Unlimited. Quote
Guest guest Posted November 23, 2006 Report Posted November 23, 2006 Jocelyn; it is always nice to have a name, eventually a face in the photo section, and eventually for those list members who live near you to actually meet you. But I am really both saddened that you have MS, but glad that you did joing our group. We need you, too! Love, n Re: We have a NEW MEMBER! jyeagley Sorry about that. My name is Jocelyn. Thank you for the nice response. No virus found in this incoming message.Checked by AVG.Version: 7.5.431 / Virus Database: 268.14.14/548 - Release Date: 11/23/2006 3:22 PM Quote
Guest guest Posted November 24, 2006 Report Posted November 24, 2006 I wanted to thank everyone for the warm welcome to the group. I hope everyone had a nice Thanksgiving. Mine was wonderful. I didn't feel too good after dinner (still adjusting to the meds) but everyone jumped in and helped clean up. It has been unseasonably warm here and I am loving it. Enjoy your weekend all. Jocelyn Quote
Guest guest Posted November 24, 2006 Report Posted November 24, 2006 Hi jocelyn, What state do you live in? We are in northern Illinois and are having exceptionally warm temps for this time of year. It reached 58 today which is way too warm. Hugs nne Breast Cancer Patients Soul Mates for Lifehttp://www.geocities.com/chucky5741/breastcancerpatients.htmlBreastCancerStories.comhttp://www.breastcancerstories.com/content/view/433/161/Angel Feather Loomerwww.angelfeatherloomer.blogspot.comCheck out my other ornaments atwww.geocities.com/chucky5741/bcornament.htmlLots of info and gifts at:www.cancerclub.com Re: We have a NEW MEMBER! jyeagley I wanted to thank everyone for the warm welcome to the group. I hope everyone had a nice Thanksgiving. Mine was wonderful. I didn't feel too good after dinner (still adjusting to the meds) but everyone jumped in and helped clean up. It has been unseasonably warm here and I am loving it. Enjoy your weekend all.Jocelyn No virus found in this incoming message.Checked by AVG Free Edition.Version: 7.1.409 / Virus Database: 268.14.14/548 - Release Date: 11/23/2006 Quote
Guest guest Posted November 24, 2006 Report Posted November 24, 2006 Hi jocelyn, What state do you live in? We are in northern Illinois and are having exceptionally warm temps for this time of year. It reached 58 today which is way too warm. Hugs nne Breast Cancer Patients Soul Mates for Lifehttp://www.geocities.com/chucky5741/breastcancerpatients.htmlBreastCancerStories.comhttp://www.breastcancerstories.com/content/view/433/161/Angel Feather Loomerwww.angelfeatherloomer.blogspot.comCheck out my other ornaments atwww.geocities.com/chucky5741/bcornament.htmlLots of info and gifts at:www.cancerclub.com Re: We have a NEW MEMBER! jyeagley I wanted to thank everyone for the warm welcome to the group. I hope everyone had a nice Thanksgiving. Mine was wonderful. I didn't feel too good after dinner (still adjusting to the meds) but everyone jumped in and helped clean up. It has been unseasonably warm here and I am loving it. Enjoy your weekend all.Jocelyn No virus found in this incoming message.Checked by AVG Free Edition.Version: 7.1.409 / Virus Database: 268.14.14/548 - Release Date: 11/23/2006 Quote
Guest guest Posted November 24, 2006 Report Posted November 24, 2006 Hi jocelyn, What state do you live in? We are in northern Illinois and are having exceptionally warm temps for this time of year. It reached 58 today which is way too warm. Hugs nne Breast Cancer Patients Soul Mates for Lifehttp://www.geocities.com/chucky5741/breastcancerpatients.htmlBreastCancerStories.comhttp://www.breastcancerstories.com/content/view/433/161/Angel Feather Loomerwww.angelfeatherloomer.blogspot.comCheck out my other ornaments atwww.geocities.com/chucky5741/bcornament.htmlLots of info and gifts at:www.cancerclub.com Re: We have a NEW MEMBER! jyeagley I wanted to thank everyone for the warm welcome to the group. I hope everyone had a nice Thanksgiving. Mine was wonderful. I didn't feel too good after dinner (still adjusting to the meds) but everyone jumped in and helped clean up. It has been unseasonably warm here and I am loving it. Enjoy your weekend all.Jocelyn No virus found in this incoming message.Checked by AVG Free Edition.Version: 7.1.409 / Virus Database: 268.14.14/548 - Release Date: 11/23/2006 Quote
Guest guest Posted November 24, 2006 Report Posted November 24, 2006 nne, We hit 78 today down here in North Texas. It was sunny and beautiful. I took my dog for a walk and enjoyed the outdoors. I love this weather J Connie From: MSersLife [mailto:MSersLife ] On Behalf Of & nne Svihlik Sent: Friday, November 24, 2006 4:17 PM To: MSersLife Subject: Re: Re: We have a NEW MEMBER! jyeagley Hi jocelyn, What state do you live in? We are in northern Illinois and are having exceptionally warm temps for this time of year. It reached 58 today which is way too warm. Hugs nne Breast Cancer Patients Soul Mates for Life http://www.geocities.com/chucky5741/breastcancerpatients.html BreastCancerStories.com http://www.breastcancerstories.com/content/view/433/161/ Angel Feather Loomer www.angelfeatherloomer.blogspot.com Check out my other ornaments at www.geocities.com/chucky5741/bcornament.html Lots of info and gifts at: www.cancerclub.com Re: We have a NEW MEMBER! jyeagley I wanted to thank everyone for the warm welcome to the group. I hope everyone had a nice Thanksgiving. Mine was wonderful. I didn't feel too good after dinner (still adjusting to the meds) but everyone jumped in and helped clean up. It has been unseasonably warm here and I am loving it. Enjoy your weekend all. Jocelyn size=3 width="100%" align=center> No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.409 / Virus Database: 268.14.14/548 - Release Date: 11/23/2006 Quote
Guest guest Posted November 25, 2006 Report Posted November 25, 2006 From: & nne Svihlik To: MSersLife Sent: Saturday, November 25, 2006 7:22 AM Subject: Re: Re: We have a NEW MEMBER! jyeagley We won't get that warm up here till probably May or June of next year. They are saying 50's till Thursday, which is way too warm, then Thurs. a high of 23!!! Way too cold for this time of yr. No happy medium. Hugs nne Breast Cancer Patients Soul Mates for Lifehttp://www.geocities.com/chucky5741/breastcancerpatients.htmlBreastCancerStories.comhttp://www.breastcancerstories.com/content/view/433/161/Angel Feather Loomerwww.angelfeatherloomer.blogspot.comCheck out my other ornaments atwww.geocities.com/chucky5741/bcornament.htmlLots of info and gifts at:www.cancerclub.com Re: We have a NEW MEMBER! jyeagley I wanted to thank everyone for the warm welcome to the group. I hope everyone had a nice Thanksgiving. Mine was wonderful. I didn't feel too good after dinner (still adjusting to the meds) but everyone jumped in and helped clean up. It has been unseasonably warm here and I am loving it. Enjoy your weekend all.Jocelyn size=3 width="100%" align=center> No virus found in this incoming message.Checked by AVG Free Edition.Version: 7.1.409 / Virus Database: 268.14.14/548 - Release Date: 11/23/2006 No virus found in this incoming message.Checked by AVG Free Edition.Version: 7.1.409 / Virus Database: 268.14.14/548 - Release Date: 11/23/2006 Quote
Guest guest Posted November 25, 2006 Report Posted November 25, 2006 Sorry I haven't welcomed you yet. I am also 36 and I have 2 children, Kaleb who is 13 and who is 5. I was really bad off this summer but right now I'm in the remitting stage. the only thing that's really bad is I still have to self cath. I'm a nurse and work for a home health company and have been on call this Thanksgiving weekend. I volunteered because my kids always spend Thanksgiving with my ex and I get them for Christmas. I remarried 2 years ago to a real great guy. We live in a small town in Northeast Texas and the kids usually keep me busy with basketball, cheerleading, baseball, and running here and there. 'jyeagley wrote: I wanted to thank everyone for the warm welcome to the group. I hope everyone had a nice Thanksgiving. Mine was wonderful. I didn't feel too good after dinner (still adjusting to the meds) but everyone jumped in and helped clean up. It has been unseasonably warm here and I am loving it. Enjoy your weekend all.Jocelyn Want to start your own business? Learn how on Yahoo! Small Business. Quote
Guest guest Posted November 25, 2006 Report Posted November 25, 2006 Sorry I haven't welcomed you yet. I am also 36 and I have 2 children, Kaleb who is 13 and who is 5. I was really bad off this summer but right now I'm in the remitting stage. the only thing that's really bad is I still have to self cath. I'm a nurse and work for a home health company and have been on call this Thanksgiving weekend. I volunteered because my kids always spend Thanksgiving with my ex and I get them for Christmas. I remarried 2 years ago to a real great guy. We live in a small town in Northeast Texas and the kids usually keep me busy with basketball, cheerleading, baseball, and running here and there. 'jyeagley wrote: I wanted to thank everyone for the warm welcome to the group. I hope everyone had a nice Thanksgiving. Mine was wonderful. I didn't feel too good after dinner (still adjusting to the meds) but everyone jumped in and helped clean up. It has been unseasonably warm here and I am loving it. Enjoy your weekend all.Jocelyn Want to start your own business? Learn how on Yahoo! Small Business. Quote
Guest guest Posted November 25, 2006 Report Posted November 25, 2006 Thanks for the welcome. I am sorry you had so many problems this summer. How long ago were you diagnosed? I live in northeast Ohio and the weather has been gorgeous. It has been low 60's the last few days and is supposed to continue for the next few. I'll take it, before long the snow will fly. My youngest son is getting ready to start wrestling season. I can't wait, I love to go watch. My older 2 are out of school. The oldest just got married this summer and inherited a step-son. He is 4 and I just have so much fun with him. Is anyone else from the Ohio area? Just got back from shopping and am completely worn out. It was nice to have my husband home for 4 days straight. He has a lot of back problems and has been kinda miserable this weekend but it was still nice that he could be home. I better go for now. Have a great weekend! Trimm wrote: Sorry I haven't welcomed you yet. I am also 36 and I have 2 children, Kaleb who is 13 and who is 5. I was really bad off this summer but right now I'm in the remitting stage. the only thing that's really bad is I still have to self cath. I'm a nurse and work for a home health company and have been on call this Thanksgiving weekend. I volunteered because my kids always spend Thanksgiving with my ex and I get them for Christmas. I remarried 2 years ago to a real great guy. We live in a small town in Northeast Texas and the kids usually keep me busy with basketball, cheerleading, baseball, and running here and there. 'jyeagley <jyeagley> wrote: I wanted to thank everyone for the warm welcome to the group. I hope everyone had a nice Thanksgiving. Mine was wonderful. I didn't feel too good after dinner (still adjusting to the meds) but everyone jumped in and helped clean up. It has been unseasonably warm here and I am loving it. Enjoy your weekend all.Jocelyn Want to start your own business? Learn how on Yahoo! Small Business. Everyone is raving about the all-new Yahoo! Mail beta. Quote
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