I was just curious if there are other mothers out there that have MS and are currently taking injection medcations. I just started on Avonex. I just thought it would be nice to talk to mothers that have similar experiences with MS and raising a family.
I do not have MS but I know a few that are doing STEM CELL!! And doing great!!!
Read this: http://www.cbc.ca/health/story/2006/03/15/ms-molson060315...
Love, G.. :0)
P.S. I am taking both my AUTISTIC boys to Costa Rica for Stem Cell treatment... Good luck!!!
I do not have MS - at least not diagnosed, but I do have ACM which has very similar symptoms and I do take a lot of medications. I am not sure how these messages work, so please feel free to contact me.
T.
I have MS and I am currently not on any injections. I was previously on Rebif, but because of the expense and the fact that it made me even more fatigued with flu like pain, I discontinued injection treatments about 2 years ago. It had also caused me to start having seizures. So, I'm not a big fan of these medications.
We are just now expecting our first child, so I can't say much about raising a family yet, but being married into a very large Italian family, having two older step-sons, and a restaurant keeps me on my toes. I'm expecting some regression when the baby comes because of the fatigue, but my family has committed to being there to help as much as possible. Having a support team around you is huge.
My best way to stay on top of my MS is lots of rest and stopping when I know I am crashing. My husband helps keep me in check. And I've had to learn to say no to the busy involved in everything lifestyle I once had, admitting that I have limits. As far as exercise...light walking. Overdoing it sends my nerves into hyperactivity.
Hope this helps.
I also have MS and I have been on Avonex for about six years. I am a new mom with a 1 year old son and I work full time as an elementary teacher. Most of the time I seem to have no problems with the Avonex and it seems to keep the MS symtoms in check. It was really great during my pregnancy because as you know the MS seems to go completly dormant durning those 9 months. I wish I still felt that good. There are times now however that I seem to deal with a new problem that began to occur at the end of my 9 months- RLS (restless leg syndrome). I do not know if this is exacerbated by the MS, but it can sure drive me crazy! It does seem however that the Avonex also helps curb this problem too. You will find that there are bonuses and minuses about Avonex but I think that it is a medicine with relativly few problems.
Hi, S.. I have tried many of the drugs for MS and for me they really didn't work. I pray they will for you. There are some many differences with people you will have to see what works for you. Do you experience fatigue? I will be happy to talk to you please ask me anything. Sincerely, D.
I have a friend who is like a mother to me and I emailed her your request. Her daughter is grown with her own little boy now but she has been battling MS for many years now and I thought maybe it would be good to get you two in touch...???
