In my blog, I combine my personal experience with health challenges, particularly in the wake of my diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS) in the summer of 2021. Coping with this new reality presented a formidable challenge, and I struggled to gather the needed information to navigate this uncharted territory.

It occurred to me that others out there dealing with a chronic illness might be going through something similar. I hope you find some connection in my story, even if our journeys don’t match exactly. Yeah, each MS-related life experience is pretty unique. Still, I intend to craft my blog as universally accessible and explain my decisions.

Initial MS Warning Signs

The symptoms akin to those I’ve faced could stem from various health conditions. I have learned the hard way that it’s crucial not to dismiss sensations like vertigo or numbness lightly. While others may have encountered similar symptoms without an MS diagnosis, my advice is clear—never underestimate these signs. Don’t just brush it off as I did. Get yourself to a doc, pronto! Delaying a thorough diagnostic evaluation can have severe consequences. In my case, I regretfully lost three years during which proactive steps against MS could have been taken.

The Disability Outlook

Without effective treatment, the trajectory of my relapsing-remitting MS presents a 50/50 possibility of morphing into secondary progressive MS in a decade. Subsequently, progressive MS brings a high probability of ushering in long-term disability. In the face of these odds, my resolve stands firm — I am committed to combatting this potential fate. I am determined to evade the grasp of disability for as long as possible (details available here).

My aspiration extends beyond mere resistance; I am on a quest for sustained happiness and positivity throughout this struggle and beyond, even if the shadow of disability looms. At the current moment, I hope that I won’t get a chance to explore this alley.

I would like to share my journey and experience after the multiple sclerosis diagnosis, and I hope it can help others. Read my plan.