“You’ve got this.”
MS Awareness Week kicks off today and will last through
March 9 2014. So, what better way to kick off this important week than with a
little video? As part of a project
hosted by Healthline called “You Got This”, I created and submitted a video
about the four things I did when first diagnosed. Below is a recap of my chat.
Top 4 things I recommend when newly diagnosed with Multiple
Sclerosis:
- Gather information. I spent a good part of my early years with MS doing a lot of research. I read books, articles and surfed the web for information. It was important and remains important that I understand how those pesky lesions along my spinal cord will impact my life.
- Start treatment, promptly. First things first, sign up for a Disease Modifying Therapy (DMT) regimen. I was urged by my neuro to start DMT right away and was on treatment within a month of diagnosis. Slowing down the progression of MS is my main priority.
- Seek support. This is so important. I sought and still seek the love and support of my loved ones. And, I really appreciate the support from my MS friends, on and off line. Thanks you guys, for making me feel less alone.
- Do something you love, everyday. There’s something to this. Trying to do something that gives a bit of pleasure really helps me, reminding me that there is more to life than an MS diagnosis and doing something I love takes me away from dwelling on MS stuff. Great advice from a great friend.
How about you? What’s on your list of advice to someone
newly diagnosed with MS? What have you learned through the years? Stop by and
leave a note. I would love to hear from
you.
Best always & hugs!
Christie
