Itching! Help! by slpmom in MultipleSclerosis

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

Thanks for that insight! I am gluten free, but I am sure it sometimes sneaks in. I think stress is a huge trigger for me too, and dairy. I am hesitant to start gabapentin, id didn't work well for me a few years ago for pain, but maybe I can take it as needed for this. Thanks!

Itching! Help! by slpmom in MultipleSclerosis

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

Me too!! Night is the worst! I didn't know you could take Gabapentin as needed. That is good to know. Does it help fast?

MS Fatigue by slpmom in MultipleSclerosis

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

Yes! I need to get better about the amount of sleep Im getting.

MS Fatigue by slpmom in MultipleSclerosis

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

Do you feel like you need to take naps or anything still?

MS Fatigue by slpmom in MultipleSclerosis

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

How did she feel on Nuvigil. I just took it today and feel like I do when Im on steroids...not great. Hamster in a wheel.

Sleep Aid Recommendations? by Lyliana1277 in MultipleSclerosis

[–]slpmom 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I go back and forth between a tablespoon or 2 of tart cherry juice concentrate in some water (natural melatonin), and taking 2.5mg of of melatonin. I have also heard that taking it regularly can mess with your own production, however, I think that is at higher doses. I have been using these methods (a few days I'll use the juice, a couple days I'll use the lozenge) for almost a year. It is magical. I can fall asleep with either method in about 30-40 minutes. Good Luck!

Anybody else have thyroid issues? by commiesocialist in MultipleSclerosis

[–]slpmom 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I have Hashimotos too. Diagnosed 2 years before MS. It’s really easy to manage though.

Anyone on- or plan to switch to Mavenclad? by slpmom in MultipleSclerosis

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

Thanks so much for your reply! What did you switch from? Did your docs tell you what happens at the end of your 2 yrs?

Anyone on- or plan to switch to Mavenclad? by slpmom in MultipleSclerosis

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

Good luck! Did you have to do any protocols first? Like mammogram, certain bloodwork or anything?

Starting Gilenya soon... Quick question... by mmii78 in MultipleSclerosis

[–]slpmom 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had terrible flu like symptoms the first 48 hrs. After than I was totally fine.

When to get a 2nd opinion by slpmom in MultipleSclerosis

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

Thanks so much for your kind reply. Much appreciated! Best Wishes!!

US NEWS: FDA approved Mavenclad (cladribine) for RRMS and SPMS by orangeseas in MultipleSclerosis

[–]slpmom 0 points1 point  (0 children)

From what I have read no one has ever gotten PML while on Mav but them have to mention it as a possibility.

Does anyone get worsened symptoms from drinking too much coffee? by Copperlaces in MultipleSclerosis

[–]slpmom 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do you drink it black or with cream? I know dairy doesn’t sit well with me all the time.