I'm not sure if my question wa...

[Fattius]

I'm not sure if my question was answered but has anybody else experience blackouts where they just collapse?

[Jesmcd2 CommunityAmbassador]

Never saw the ? Sry Fattius ,as far as the blackouts go. The only time l came close to 1 when I was having a vertigo attack. If I had stayed on the ladder any longer, I'm sure I would have😕

You have? What are they saying that's causing it? I hope it doesn't happen often.

Jes 🌠

[Fattius in reply to Jesmcd2]

These blackouts have happened three times in the last month and a half to two months and I've been without insurance for a little over 3 now so I have no idea but would love to figure out what this new Wonderland is I'm traipsing through. But the lack of energy cognition balance only add to a dire situation. When I take a shower I shudder if the water is too hot or if it's too cold any amount of heat zaps the life out of me and if I get cold as in my mother and father laws house which they keep it 62 degrees I'm cold for the duration of my day and my situation gets worse. All of these things together with almost a lifetime of clinical depression doesn't help the situation but hopefully I will hear something back from my lawyer soon I have filed for an emergency hearing before a judge but that could take up to 3 to 6 months to even hear anything back and that's just to get my date

[Jesmcd2 CommunityAmbassador in reply to Fattius]

You have a lot on your plate my friend. And I am truly sorry that you seem to be going through this maze alone. It's friggen scary enough just to hear the words. And probably never heard of it before? I really never did a anyway.😨

All I can tell you is 1, welcome to the ride of your life.😊 and we can all help each other.

Did you call MSAA? They might be able to help with the Medicaid/Medicare situation. They can put you in touch with many resources.

I'm not a Dr. Nor do I play one on tv.😁 I'm just taking a guess that it might be stress? IDK , could be anything.😕

Learning about MS is a daily thing for me.😄 😠 All I can do is roll with the punches, and keep trying to learn.😊

How is your family handling it all?

Jes 🌠

P.S. As far as the in laws, I'm don't go?😉 joke

[Fattius in reply to Jesmcd2]

My wife and kids are paying dearly! But my wife is paying the most. She has the weight of the world on her shoulders and my mental state has changed so much in the last 2-3 years and an unsuccessful attempt on my life last year has her stretched so thin it brings me to tears! A lot! But then again being neurotic fuels this also. I was told being selfish for wanting to end my life,perhaps,call me selfish for wanting 1 day no pain one conversation no trip ups or wrong decisions! I cant write any more, sculpt, song write,run,play with kids outside etc. I love them and Its Clearly visible they are struggling with me! One day of painfree clarity is worth its weight in gold!

[Jesmcd2 CommunityAmbassador in reply to Fattius]

Like I said the 1step is to give MSAA a call Fattius The only one that can take the 1st step is you.😊 There are tons of resources for both you and your wife! Not to mention there are books for kids to help them understand what's going on.

At this stage everything is absolutely so confusing for everyone I'm sure. Communication will be key! For all of you. When I found out I came home, told my bf, and have him an out. He chose to stay, sucker!😄😄💕 But it's a challenge, no lie.

So hang in there and talk to each other about it. You might find you will tell better also.😊

J 🌠

[Nom_De_Plume]

@fattius

I'm no clinician, but I would be very concerned about these blackouts. They could be caused by a number of things. Do you have any idea what might trigger them? You could easily hit your head, obviously, if one of these

[Fattius in reply to Nom_De_Plume]

I know I did 1 of these times but my nero. And primary are not calling me back eber since they called and asked for new insurance info!