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Board: Multiple Sclerosis 04-30-2013, 02:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 217
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: 1st Follow-Up Appt. since diagnosis....

Hi Whimpurr,

I'm not sure why your neuro would compare breast cancer to MS :confused: They really are very different.

MS is a chronic progressive disease. Some will have very little...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 04-30-2013, 02:55 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 389
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: What are the chances

Hi dkw46,

I am sorry to hear about your Nephew :(

It does sound like he could possibly be on his way to a diagnosis of MS. There are many who have MS that have other family members with the...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 04-27-2013, 08:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 151
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: balance question

No.

Balance issues affect how you walk. You may have difficulty walking in a straight line and bouncing off walls is common. Loosing you balance would be common and it can cause you to fall if...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 04-26-2013, 02:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 180
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: HORRENDOUS Bowel Cramps :(

Different things work for different people.

Different suggestions:

- Make sure you are drinking plenty of water. For some the standard 6 to 8 oz is not enough. I drink 80 to 100 oz of water a...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 08-26-2011, 02:06 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,041
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: Multiple Sclerosis vs. Fibromyalgia

Fibro is not closely related to MS, although, you can have both MS and Fibro. When diagnosing Fibro the doctor is looking for 12 trigger points (of pain). In MS we can deal with pain but MS does not...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 08-23-2011, 04:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,430
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: Numbness from the lower back down and traveling

There are those with MS who have reported problems due to Cipro. Cipro can cause pain, burning, tingling, numbness, and/or weakness.. I have used Cipro once for a UTI, I didn't have any side...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 08-23-2011, 03:43 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,000
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: Relapse???

Yay!!! It's not a relapse! Really bad timing for you to get the flu but, there is no good time for the flu ;) Take care of you and that little one; hope you feel better soon :)
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 08-21-2011, 05:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,024
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: Is MS hereditary?

MS is technically not hereditary but there appears to be a genetic component. Researchers have found 27 genes that could possibly be involved with this disease.

There are some strong opinions...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 08-20-2011, 06:32 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,000
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: Relapse???

I am not sure Carbo, I am truely guessing but I feel it is worth checking with your OB to be sure.

The overwhelming fatuge is really very common. It may be more pronounced since you have MS but...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 07-25-2011, 12:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,455
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: MS, Heat, and Exercise

Hello MSFighter,

I do not exercise outdoors this time of year unless it's in the cool of the morning or evening. For the most part I exercise indoors --- I use an Elliptical, hand weights, a...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 07-12-2011, 01:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,989
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: MS hug, headaches ans spaticity in neck and upper back? MS?

Good luck tomorrow with your appointment. Please let us know how it goes and what if anything you find out...we care.
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 06-30-2011, 09:51 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,989
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: MS hug, headaches ans spaticity in neck and upper back? MS?

Hi rissie,

Your symptoms do sound neurological, is it MS? I don't know. There are numerous causes for neurological symptoms. You might do some research into your diagnosis of syringomyelia or...
Board: Anxiety 06-28-2011, 02:29 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,612
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: Questions about taking Paxil & Wellbutrin together

Hello KK82,

Wellbutrin has been known to increase anxiety in some people who have an anxiety disorder. If you have noticed an increase in anxiety since being on Wellbutrin I would suspect the...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 06-14-2011, 02:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 864
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: Questions about MS?

Hello iowagirl,

Did your neuro do a MRI of both the brain and cervical spine? If he only did the brain you should ask for a MRI of the cervical spine. Interesting, I have never had my stomach...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 06-09-2011, 03:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 650
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: Can anyone help with uniterrupted neurological symptoms for more than an year now

Hello aditzvetkova,

In my very unprofessional opinion...

What you are dealing with is very possibly something other than MS. You have positive EMG results --- the EMG is not used for brain...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 05-27-2011, 11:26 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,580
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: a couple of questions

Hello darkling thrush,

An EMG is a rule out test, it is not for diagnosing MS.

As an example: I have never had an EMG, I have MS. My husband has had an EMG on both hands/arms. He has Carpal...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 05-26-2011, 01:28 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 650
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: Does everyone with MS get ON

Not everyone with MS will get Optic Neuritis and not every case of Optic Neuritis is MS related.

There is no way to know what symptoms you will have during your journey with MS...it is an...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 05-26-2011, 10:24 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 741
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: Question...Spinal Flare

The hug can sometimes be helped with Benzodiazipnes (Valium, Klonopin, Xanax, ect) or some other muscle relaxant such as Baclofen.

There are medications you could try for fatigue:

Attention...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 05-26-2011, 09:54 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 741
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: Question...Spinal Flare

Hello Kola32,

Spinal exacerbations (relapse, attack, flare-up) are caused for the same reason anyone with MS has an exacerbation...damage to the Central Nervous System (scaring/lesions). If your...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 05-11-2011, 07:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,857
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: emg results(please help understand)

The EMG is not to diagnose MS but to rule out other conditions/diseases which can cause symptoms similar to MS. The EMG is not part of the dignostic criteria for MS.
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 05-10-2011, 10:37 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 847
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: Chest pain

Hello sportwoody,

Do you take a Disease Modifying Drug (Avonex, Copaxone, Betaseron, Ect.) ?

A side effect of the Disease Modifying Drugs is chest pain and should be reported to your doctor...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 05-06-2011, 04:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 589
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: New Member

There are not many options for spasticity (stiffness) --- medication and gentle stretching exercises.

Usually if you call the doctors office after hours there is someone on call. That doctor...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 05-06-2011, 03:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 589
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: New Member

It sounds like you need a muscle relaxant such as Baclofen. Stiffness is part of Spasticity.
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 05-03-2011, 04:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 815
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: steroid infusions and alcohol

Hi adriennem,

I would suggest calling your Neurologist or Pharmacist for a correct and proper answer to your question.
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 05-01-2011, 12:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 667
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: New Lesions ??

No, not necessarily.

MS causes damage to the Myelin, the protective coating around nerves. Lesions are scaring where the Myelin has been lost. This is similar to insulation around an electrical...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 04-17-2011, 07:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,837
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: question about ms and hospitalization

Hi carbo29,

I have been diagnosed with MS for 26 years and have never been hospitalized due to this disease. I have had 5 exacerbations, 3 severe and 2 mild.
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 04-16-2011, 07:52 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,806
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: My MRI Report......

Of course not, Cyber Guy. Don't even worry about it ;)
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 04-15-2011, 09:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,806
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: My MRI Report......

Although we have MS no one here is a doctor. I, myself, was basing my opinion on the impression section of your report.

There is a criteria for diagnosing MS...the McDonald Criteria. I have no...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 04-11-2011, 01:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,657
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: new relapse

Hello adriennem,

Time frames for Exacerbations (relapse, attack, flare-up) are different for each person with this disease. In my case: I have had 5 exacerbations in 26 years.
Board: ADD / ADHD 03-26-2011, 12:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,106
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: HELP!Seeking advice, support and answers

If your daughter was not exhibiting these behaviors before the ADD meds then I suspect what you are seeing is due to the ADD meds. Not everyone, including children, can tolerate ADD meds.

One way...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 03-22-2011, 03:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,224
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: I may know a cause for MS symptoms pls read

Hello jewels43,

I am sorry to hear about your son.

Unfortunately, the cause of MS is unknown. This disease has been around since AT LEAST the 1700s, long before antivirals were around.
Board: ADD / ADHD 03-22-2011, 02:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,198
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: Vyvanse and the opposite?

Yes, unfortunately somtimes, for some people stimulants have the opposite effect. I have tried several of the ADD meds and they all make me more tired. In my case I find it very frustrating because I...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 03-03-2011, 04:59 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,012
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: Should I go through with the spinal tap?

The amount of bloodwork is quite large, anywhere from 10 to 12 vials of blood is usually taken. A Urologist specializes in the urinary tract and could be helpful in determining your bladder...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 03-02-2011, 12:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,012
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: Should I go through with the spinal tap?

Not necessarily.

I had clear MRIs as well as other tests all coming back fine, except for the Lumbar Puncture/spinal tap. My lumbar puncture was positive and I was given a clinical diagnosis of...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 02-26-2011, 12:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,568
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: Fearing Neurological Symptoms Develop To MS

Sleep paralysis is very common and not related to MS. Some people who have sleep paralysis have Narcolepsy...but not always. Sleep paralysis can also be caused by stress or your sleep cycle. You...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 02-24-2011, 08:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,215
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: low dose naltrexone and MS

Hello bridgecr,

I do not use LDN nor have I ever used and of the disease modifying drugs.

LDN is not FDA approved for MS but LDN is used "off label," as many medications are, for MS. Your...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 02-18-2011, 10:40 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,417
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: Searching for answers

Hello zsuzsif and welcome to Healthboards.

When someone is diagnosed with MS or any other serious health problem they go through a grieving process, the same type of grieving process when a loved...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 02-16-2011, 01:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,109
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: Seems like MS to me, but still undiagnosed HELP!

Hello jo727,

Do you have blood work done every so often to check your Lithum Levels and to make sure Lithum isn't causing any other health issues?

Some of your symptoms could be attributed to...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 02-15-2011, 07:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,291
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: ms-fatigue and back pain

Hello bridgecr,

Medications for Fatigue:

- Amantadine
- Provigil
- Nuvigil
- Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) medications

Exercise has shown to be helpful for fatigue as well as...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 02-11-2011, 10:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,146
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: Vitamins?

Hello Julie,

Yes, you should check with your doctor ;)

I have been "into" supplements for quite a few years. Over time I have added and subtracted what I take.

I currently use:
-...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 01-18-2011, 04:56 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 887
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: Wot diet,sups,exercise best 4 u??

Hello blondeyclaire1,

MS is not a "one size fits all" type of disease, so what might work for one person won't for another.

Exercise: I use an elliptical, resistance bands, hand weights,...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 01-02-2011, 07:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,437
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: New to this Message Board- Trying to find answers

The MRI for the pelvic area would not give any indication of MS or not. MRI of the Plexis shows blood flow and something else I can't remember at the moment. When I had that MRI we were looking for a...
Board: Women's Health 12-22-2010, 09:39 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,040
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: Stomach problems when I get my period

Constipation, diarrhea, bowel changes are common PMS symptoms.
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 12-16-2010, 02:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,902
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: Amitriptyline for MS pain?

Hello Leah7,

It sounds like you are hyperventilating. One way to help get your breathing back under control: Breath in and out into a paper bag.

Anxiety/panic attack? Yes. Your neuro could...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 12-16-2010, 02:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,940
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: Relapse or just continuing symptoms?

Hello bjoertli,

A relapse is a worsening of old symptoms and/or new symptoms lasting, countinously for at least 24 hours or more. To be considered a new relapse it has to be separated from the...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 12-14-2010, 03:59 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,385
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: early menopause

That would more than likely be MS related. I have the same problem in cold temps - my legs become more stiff, I have more leg pain and walking when it's cold is difficult. Cold intolerance --- I hate...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 12-02-2010, 06:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,385
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: early menopause

No, there is no evidence that MS causes early menopause or even effects cycles in any way. I have had this disease most of my life and I am still not menopausal.

Hormonal changes can effect MS...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 11-11-2010, 07:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,865
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: What now?

Lisa, The worst thing you can do is compare yourself to someone else with MS. You know this disease is different for all of us. If you know you are living your life to the best of your ability that's...
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 11-07-2008, 04:19 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,267
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: Question regarding Lhermitte's and Optic Neuritis

L'Hermittes is NOT exclusive to MS, there are other causes.

When related to MS L'Hermittes is caused by lesion(s) on the cervical spine.
Board: Multiple Sclerosis 07-01-2008, 07:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 22,901
Posted By Snoopy61
Re: what causes electric shock sensation

If you have MS:

Electric shock sensations are sensory symptoms and also know as neuropthic pain.

These sensations and others are caused by the loss of Myelin which is the protective coating...
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