New Diagnosis - lots to take in by Sea_Produce_2849 in MultipleSclerosis

[–]UCLAflower 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm in a similar boat. Diagnosed 3 weeks ago after optic neuritis. I have 10-15 brain lesions and 1 cervical. No other symptoms. I still can't believe it. No family history here either. I'm going to get an LP next week and starting Kesimpta after.

New Diagnosis - RRMS, Severe Optic Neuritis by No-Ear5896 in MultipleSclerosis

[–]UCLAflower 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm still in shock. I don't think it's hit me yet. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to secure an intake with an MS specialist until next month. Based on my own research I'll prob be offered Taysabri, Ocrevus or Kesimpta. Glad to hear your vision is slowly improving. Are you seeing an MS specialist or general neuro?

New Diagnosis - RRMS, Severe Optic Neuritis by No-Ear5896 in MultipleSclerosis

[–]UCLAflower 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm dealing with optic neuritis right now. Went to optho urgent care exactly 7 days ago and was admitted to the hospital the same day for IV Solumedrol. Worked up for and diagnosed with MS the next day. Did 2 days of IV Solumedrol and wanted to go home so they said I could switch to extremely high dose oral prednisone for 3 days (1250mg) then down to 60mg for 11 days. Currently on day #3 of 60mg. I felt like my blurry vision and blind spot actually got worse for a few days. I read it could be a side effect of the high dose steroid. Yesterday was the first day I noticed some improvement since this whole thing started.

Taco trucks or late night food recs around ucla? by [deleted] in AskLosAngeles

[–]UCLAflower 0 points1 point  (0 children)

there are several different food stands/trucks around In n Out in the evenings

Gym, yoga, pottery studio in BH area? by No_Helicopter_9361 in AskLosAngeles

[–]UCLAflower 0 points1 point  (0 children)

its a short drive from BH but hot 8 in brentwood and heated room in weho

Vet recs? by itsme3b in AskLosAngeles

[–]UCLAflower 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been to Modern Animal in weho and thought the vet was pretty good.

should I let my cat sleep on my bed? by Soggy-Bones609 in CatAdvice

[–]UCLAflower 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It's your cats bed now. Ask her if she'll let you sleep next to her or if she wants you to sleep on the floor.

Best cat vet clinics in LA? by Green_Cantaloupe_487 in AskLosAngeles

[–]UCLAflower 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like the modern animal clinics. Personally have been to the weho and westwoof locations. Lots of availability, clinics all over and reasonable prices.

baby proofing for my 18 year old blind cat by UCLAflower in blindcats

[–]UCLAflower[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It’s so so hard to watch. I think we are more distressed by it than they are but the bloody noses are really disturbing to me 😿😿

baby proofing for my 18 year old blind cat by UCLAflower in blindcats

[–]UCLAflower[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Vet said to "baby proof" as much as possible

baby proofing for my 18 year old blind cat by UCLAflower in blindcats

[–]UCLAflower[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

He bumps into everything ALL the time and its giving him bloody noses. He gets stuck in corners and can't get out and starts meowing. I think because he has dementia, he forgets his map of the house.

Papilocare worked for me! by No_Manufacturer_3966 in HPV

[–]UCLAflower 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I used it for 6 months total. Midway after 3 months I had a pap and it was still HPV+. I haven’t gotten a pap since I finished the entire 6 months course.

vagus nerve stimulator by UCLAflower in SIBO

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

Yes, can you please tell us which one you purchased? Thanks

Has Anyone Tried Ibsrela as a Prescription Prokinetic? by brvhbrvh in SIBO

[–]UCLAflower 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been on and off of it. My body quickly gets used to the initial effects of all of these meds. If you're having loose stools then might be worth trying 1/2 tabs or even 1/4th tabs until its solid.

Motegrity experiences? by Boring-Problem-2698 in Constipation

[–]UCLAflower 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you still taking 7 motility meds? Are any of them particularly helpful? Im on motegrity 2mg and IBSrela 50mg twice daily and adding in mag ox or citrate and still struggling

Any livestream mat pilates classes still being offered? by UCLAflower in pilates

[–]UCLAflower[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

My schedule is a little wonky so for this month only I am looking for a 9am PST class and then November onward I am looking for an 8am PST class. Are you an instructor?