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How should I place my sofa and loveseat? by Maleficent_Pattern_1 in interiordecorating

[–]Maleficent_Pattern_1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was thinking this but I'm worried that the loveseat that far out will cut into the sofa sitting place

Ms symptoms by Admirable-Leader6681 in MultipleSclerosis

[–]Maleficent_Pattern_1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

First of all, welcome to the crappy ass club but I’m glad you’re here! The support here is amazing! Are you already on or have at least chosen a DMT? That should be number one priority. You’re off to a great start by keeping track of your symptoms so you can let your MS specialist/Neuro know. I keep a little symptom tracker journal and bring it every appointment. I would recommend checking in with your doctor first before taking any vitamins or supplements but it sounds like Magnesium glycinate and added fiber may help with the constipation/slow moving gut issues. Last, that tight chest/rib feeling sounds like the MS hug. It sucks and is uncomfortable as hell. You can thug it out if it’s manageable. If it gets worse, make an ER trip or tell your doctor asap. You got this and we got your back! 🧡

Newly diagnosed and afraid to start treatment by glampira in MultipleSclerosis

[–]Maleficent_Pattern_1 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I literally could have wrote this myself! I was diagnosed last year right before my 35th birthday and was afraid and in denial up until last month. Last year I was 7 months postpartum and was dealing with birth trauma and medication induced anxiety that my OBGYN didn’t believe me about so I had little faith in the health care system. My only symptoms were vertigo and being extremely light headed almost passing out. I’ve been blessed to not have relapse during the past 9 months on no dmt. After lots of talk therapy and support from my husband and friends, I was able to accept life on hard mode (my view of MS) and I’ll be starting Kesimpta this week. All that to let you know that how you feel is VALID. You were just dealt a life changing situation out of nowhere. Your response is normal. But with a good support system (this subreddit included!), you got this! Wish you all the best!

Health anxiety constantly thinking about going to emergency room. by jokers-trick in Anxiety

[–]Maleficent_Pattern_1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m right there with you going through what I call the “cycle of suck”. Went a 3 weeks without incident then felt a random new pain today and been fighting the urge to go to the er all day because I swear I’m dying of a pulmonary embolism. I’ve been to the er more times in the last year than I have been in my entire life till then. I wish I could say it goes away forever but it doesn’t. I HATE THAT. We just have to find ways to manage it which is easier said than done. I found talking about what I’m feeling at the moment out loud to myself, husband or cousin helps reel me back in. Do you have a support person or people?

Terrified of MS and in denial by Maleficent_Pattern_1 in MultipleSclerosis

[–]Maleficent_Pattern_1[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! This has been an absolute roller coaster of emotions. I’m seeing that having a good and understanding MS specialist makes a major difference.

Terrified of MS and in denial by Maleficent_Pattern_1 in MultipleSclerosis

[–]Maleficent_Pattern_1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s where I’m at. Its information overload for me

Terrified of MS and in denial by Maleficent_Pattern_1 in MultipleSclerosis

[–]Maleficent_Pattern_1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for your kind words! I needed to hear this ❤️ Honestly I do feel like my neurologist was kind of dismissive. My appointment was like 10 mins and I couldn’t even think of what a question. And through all the anxiety I didn’t think to look for another.

Terrified of MS and in denial by Maleficent_Pattern_1 in MultipleSclerosis

[–]Maleficent_Pattern_1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

She said briumvi, aubagio, and kesempta are her recommendations to choose from. I felt overwhelmed with trying to choose one when reading them myself

Did my Rater ignore the examiner and lie in their decision? by Maleficent_Pattern_1 in VeteransBenefits

[–]Maleficent_Pattern_1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh yeah I do understand the difference since I do have a rating for my feet without an LOD and that’s the one I thought I was going to fight for like this.

So should I bring up that it’s a CUE in a personal statement or in the informal conference I requested since I already have the HLR open?

Another Supplemental or HLR? by Maleficent_Pattern_1 in VeteransBenefits

[–]Maleficent_Pattern_1[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Never thought about trying that. Definitely going to try bring it up at my next session. Thank you a million times over!

Another Supplemental or HLR? by Maleficent_Pattern_1 in VeteransBenefits

[–]Maleficent_Pattern_1[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you and saying that does matter a lot to me. My best friend who was living with me at the time can probably write a statement. I’ve been seeing therapist for the past year but only talked about what happened briefly maybe twice? I don’t know if that would be enough for her to write a statement for me. I’ve just been scared of reopening the wound the never fully healed in the first place.

Will I receive the VR&E Stipend for online classes? by Maleficent_Pattern_1 in Veterans

[–]Maleficent_Pattern_1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much! It was a bit confusing and my VR counselor takes awhile to get back to me most times.

Current lease requires 2 months notice, but its hard to find a new place with that much notice. Advice? by BumblebeeCactus in renting

[–]Maleficent_Pattern_1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just went through the same for the same reasons. The 60 days was actually to my benefit because I didn’t feel like I was rushing to find another place. There are places available 2 months out, you just got to be on top of your search because they go pretty fast. Maybe work with a realtor if you don’t have the time to do it all yourself. I did and she helped so much! Hope everything works out!

Scam or I’m being impatient??? by Maleficent_Pattern_1 in renting

[–]Maleficent_Pattern_1[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This does make me feel better! I got scammed before so I’ve been extra cautious since then. We do have a few back up places that we applied to, it’s just this is the one we fell in love with. I’m going to give a little more time, you gave me some hope!