I'm new to this site and would like to talk with others

[Shelly36]

Hello everyone! I'm new to this site and I am looking for new people who are affected by Ms like me. I was diagnosed about 2 years ago and I would like to talk with others. I am part of a support group that meets once a month and it is great. I'm looking forward to anyone who wants to talk with me.

[Jesmcd2 CommunityAmbassador]

Hi Shelly, nice to meet you and welcome. I think this is a great group of ppl here. They can make you smile and even laugh. And give some pretty good advice aometimes. I'm also part of a support group, but we only meet every 3 months. I hope next yr we have more than that.

[Shelly36 in reply to Jesmcd2]

Hi jesmcd it's nice to meet you.

[Fancy1959]

Good evening Shelly36, I'm Fancy1959 and it is very nice to meet you and I wanted to welcome you to this wonderful chat room HealthUnlocked. Believe me when I tell you that you can find dialog on just about any topic you can think of as it relates to MS. It is wonderful to be able to share both triumphs and failures, problems and solutions with others fighting the same dreaded disease you are. Often times we overlook one of our most potent weapons against fighting MS, communication. Remember, together we are stronger and together we can beat this monster! I look forward to talking to you in the future. Fight MS Warriors, Fight On!

[cindyrn68]

Hi!

Welcome to the forum. I've only been on it for a few weeks and it has been very helpful. Every topic you could think of. People are super friendly. I live in a very small southern town. No support groups here, but I have an enormous family and fantastic healthcare providers. Keeping a positive attitude makes all the difference in the world! Good luck!

[Lolalou]

Welcome to the site. I have following the site for just over a week. It has been helpful to learn how others deal with the effects of MS. I was diagnosed in 2013.

[ynggal]

Hi, Shelly36! I'm new to this site as well. I've found an enormous amount of support here. I was diagnosed with RRMS 2-1/2 yrs ago so I feel like I'm still adjusting to my new normal. The folks here have offered some great advice on a variety of subjects as well as strong shoulders when you feel low. Sometimes all you want is to be acknowledged and have someone say "I understand". Great group!

[agate]

Hi, Shelly36! I've had MS for 36 years or so, and I've tried a few support groups over the years. Actually I've found online MS groups more interesting--and there's no problem about getting there and back!

You probably realize that MS hits each person differently, and some go on living lives they pretty much would have lived without MS, maybe with a few adjustments here and there, and others find their lives completely changed. The doctors keep saying that with the MS drugs now available, a newly diagnosed person has a good chance of being one of those who have less severe MS.

I hope you'll be among the lucky ones who can sail along without major problems.