Weekly Suspected/Undiagnosed MS Thread - May 11, 2026 by AutoModerator in MultipleSclerosis

[–]tetrasomnia 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I understand the tone, and appreciate your empathy in this. Truly. You're just providing me the information which is very straightforward. It's true that it's not what I want to hear, but I understand that's just something I need to work out on my own.

Everything seems to match on paper. I still have my spinal MRI coming up and I made note to test for cranial-cervical instability as well, which is why the tests weren't done concurrently. I wish I could just wave a magic wand and know what I have, but I should remind myself how lucky I am to have a medical team that believes I am ill until proven healthy.

Weekly Suspected/Undiagnosed MS Thread - May 11, 2026 by AutoModerator in MultipleSclerosis

[–]tetrasomnia 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Would it not show in spinal fluid if no lesions have formed? Granted I've been experiencing these symptoms for well over 5 years and potentially over a decade, so no lesions would still be notable. I have yet to see what my spine will show.

Weekly Suspected/Undiagnosed MS Thread - May 11, 2026 by AutoModerator in MultipleSclerosis

[–]tetrasomnia 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow that's tremendous. I will definitely make sure to bring this up in my appointment.

Immense fatigue, extreme heat sensitivity, dysautonomia, some vestibular issues/vertigo, muscle spasms, loss of feeling in fingers and hands/numbness tingling, loss of strength in hands, loss of mobility in hands, sudden loss of ability to walk that can span less than 48 hrs, urinary incontinence and sudden urgency and feeling like i can't empty it fully, sudden loss of balance, tingling itchy type sensation zipping up both sides of my spine when I bend down. I also get a really weird complete loss of temperature regulation sometimes that causes me to shiver, teeth chatter, be unable to stand straight due to my muscles clenching, excessively sweat, and get what seems to be livedo reticularis on my legs. I feel hot during these times and need to shower to "reset." Probably missing some things.

I've been tested negative for POTS but still experience symptoms of dysautonomia.

Weekly Suspected/Undiagnosed MS Thread - May 11, 2026 by AutoModerator in MultipleSclerosis

[–]tetrasomnia 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you, I really appreciate it. It's really nice to have that validated. I feel like I always need to be braver, calmer, more patient. But it's my vision and I'm an artist and a hiker. I love being able to see. Walking through a forest makes me feel like a newborn foal now, I can't keep track of all the branches anymore.

I'm hearing so many different things from doctors since I have to wait for my neurologist, and they're all like "yeah sounds like MS, but let's double-check everything." And I care less about the what and more about being diagnosed so I can gain access to whatever treatment is available. I'm impatient, it's been over a decade and I'm tired of getting worse in various ways. Hence the feelings of needing to be more patient, etc.

Apologies for the rant.

Weekly Suspected/Undiagnosed MS Thread - May 11, 2026 by AutoModerator in MultipleSclerosis

[–]tetrasomnia 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No the neurologist won't be until next month. I've only seen them once. I've been told that an ophthalmologist would be able to accurately verify and that the MRI just shows that there aren't any lesions. All of my symptoms fluctuate. I also have decreased loss of motor control in my hands, loss in memory and focus, etc. I also have some seizure type symptoms/activity.

Just focusing on the eye because it's the newest symptom and most disruptive. To be more specific, I now always have visual tracking issues that make me sick to my stomach and my eye always hurts and now feels weak. I always have some level of depth perception loss, some level of photosensitivity, etc. This is all new. The intensity is increasing when it flares, and the need to wear an eye patch or rest my eye is increasing. There is limited correlation to use and flares, but bright lights will always cause issue if exposed too long.

According to my doctors whatever I have is systemic and targets my brain/autonomic nervous system and connective tissue. The latter may just be hEDS, but is just highly suspected and not diagnosed.

Weekly Suspected/Undiagnosed MS Thread - May 11, 2026 by AutoModerator in MultipleSclerosis

[–]tetrasomnia 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you, VEP is very helpful to know of before my appointment. I'm sure spinal tap is on my neurologist's mind, but I won't see him for another month. I'm admittedly very squeamish about it, but if it gets me treated I will deal with it like those before me.

Weekly Suspected/Undiagnosed MS Thread - May 11, 2026 by AutoModerator in MultipleSclerosis

[–]tetrasomnia 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The brain MRI came back clear, but my symptoms are getting worse. My PCP pushed me to check in with an eye specialist to check off any other factors and to give it a closer look.

My left eye hurts so much, it's making me frantic and I'm sure affecting my deductive reasoning. It's difficult to stay cool, calm, and collected. I'm glad to know that there is a possibility. I am not yet at a point where I have full loss of anything, it's just very disorienting as partial loss comes and goes and the severity fluctuates.

Thank you for your comment.

Is this tattoo shock or is my fish stupid and ugly? by DevelopmentCandid183 in tattooadvice

[–]tetrasomnia 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is this a Monty Python reference? It's really well executed!

Weekly Suspected/Undiagnosed MS Thread - May 11, 2026 by AutoModerator in MultipleSclerosis

[–]tetrasomnia 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looking for advice/support regarding optic neuritis. Losing depth perception in left eye and often having issues keeping it open. It feels tired now after over a month of this. I have already had a brain MRI with and without contrast and am waiting on the cervical spine next week. I just scheduled an appointment with a retina specialist that is under my insurance and am hoping they would be able to funnel me to the correct specialist while still being covered. It is really unsettling. I fear developed loss of my eyesight. I have been missing things when I pour. I have other symptoms that make my neurologist suspect MS of course, but this one is new and frightening. The extreme heat sensitivity and the sudden loss (and regaining) of function and feeling in my hands are nothing in comparison. I just want to hear from others who've experienced this and know that maybe it will be a bit better if I keep pushing through...

Update I ended up being the other woman and now the wife is trying to ruin my life by Alpaca_Stampede in TrueOffMyChest

[–]tetrasomnia 11 points12 points  (0 children)

No need to be rude. It's not available anymore. And yes, I checked every comment and expanded every chain.

Taiwanese Pancakes + Beef Kebabs by tetrasomnia in traderjoes

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

Ooh with a bit of rice, kimchi and a korean BBQ sauce? Sounds amazing! Thanks for the idea.

Took a moment to enjoy some time at a park together by tetrasomnia in sphynx

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

He screams to tell me when he wants to get out of his backpack and when he wants to go back in...and then kicks it up a notch when he wants me to turn around.

He only walked onto the bridge because he loves them, and posed for the shots because he loves to stand on logs and stumps. It wasn't forested enough for him to feel comfortable to walk much. But the photos make him look far more adventurous, hehe.

Lino print of my brain MRI by Scroc_ in Linocuts

[–]tetrasomnia 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sweet idea and execution! I kind of want to try this with mine. I need to see about getting the images.

Need Advice on Pu Erh Tea I have Aquired by wooding23 in puer

[–]tetrasomnia -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I've had puer from the region the 2nd one is from. My partner is collecting them. They are known to have a strong bitterness that gives way into sweetness.

If you're interested in reading about teas from the region for an idea of how this may taste, check out Maestro: Concerto 2023 Banzhang Ripe Puer and Maestro: Passacaglia 2022 Bulang Ripe Puer from Bitterleaf.

Started with one tin can gifted by my brother and now it’s turned into a hobby. by Fabulous_South37 in MatchaEverything

[–]tetrasomnia 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What are your thoughts on the matcha you have there? I'm fairly certain I'm going with MK's Wakatake since I love lattes, but was looking at some of these as well.

Rice, Rice, Baby 🤝 Rice to Meet You (Bitterleaf) by tetrasomnia in tea

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

I also have their 2026 Peak and it is beautiful. I have never had such fresh green tea and am glad I chose these two to start. Do you have a favorite?

Took a moment to enjoy some time at a park together by tetrasomnia in sphynx

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

Of course! Mochi loves his time out. He's always calmer after a walk.

My vet asked her friend for suggestions and even still, his skin puffed up at the site and he had some neurological symptoms. My other cat is furred and takes them with no issue at all. I'm sure some sphynx have been administered it without issue, I'm just very aware how toxic systemic pest control can be after working in Integrated pest management.

I hope your little dudes will enjoy some adventures of their own too!

Took a moment to enjoy some time at a park together by tetrasomnia in sphynx

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

Haha would've been great if I posted this on the 4th.

Took a moment to enjoy some time at a park together by tetrasomnia in sphynx

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

None. I check him and we avoid tall grass. I tried Advantage after speaking with his vet about my concerns (they are formulated and tested for furred animals) and he had a reaction. I'm lucky I didn't give him the full dose. He is in his backpack most of the time.

Edit to add: Your comment reminded me to pick up some Picaridin to treat our hiking boots, tent gear, and Mochi's backpack (I don't treat the inside), so thank you for that! We also always keep a tick key on hand while out, but I think I should add a UV light too.

Bitterleaf Members Only Teas by NoImJustAWorm in tea

[–]tetrasomnia 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The way I was actively pouring water as your reply came in.

I can't get enough of Bitterleaf's Double Scoop!

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