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[Crookedline]

I’m new, in my early 70s, and happy to be alive. Diagnosed with MS at 50. Primary symptoms are numbness (buttoning a shirt is a long term project) abs balance problems (carrying a glass of water across the room is a trip!) Can still exercise regularly. Would appreciate any suggestions, thanks.

[Jesmcd2 CommunityAmbassador]

Hi there Crookedline I was dx'd at 49, but I'm not 70 yet. Now, do you carry your glass of water on your abs? 😦😊😅😅

Welcome, to the family😊 All you need to do is ask , and someone here has been, been thro, or going thro, and they would be happy to help! And me!🤗

Jes🌠

[Crookedline in reply to Jesmcd2]

Abs=pathetic typo. Thanks for your reply.

[Fancy1959]

Welcome Crookedline, from Fancy1959. We are glad you have found this us! This chat room is a safe place to come and ask questions, voice concerns, and simply speak to others who truly understand what you are going through. It is full of some of the kindest and most caring people I have ever had the privilege to work with. By sharing are common in not so common experiences with this dreaded disease we all MS we can learn much from each other. If you need us we are just a post away and we are always happy to talk to you and share our experiences with you. Please contact, jimeka, our birthday club ambassador and give her your birthday and any pertinent information you wish to share with us. That way is families or want to do we will share your special day with you. I can't wait to talk to you again in in until we do please take care. Remember together we are stronger in this fight against this dreaded monster we call MS!

[ssdw1958]

Hi Crookedline, I am sadw1958 I was diagnosed in 2004 with MS glad to know you. Like Fancy1959 said you can talk to anyone anytime. Have a good weekend.

[Crookedline]

Thanks for your note.

[greaterexp]

Welcome! You sound amazing in your attitude and resilience!

I certainly keep learning from everyone here, so keep asking questions, and you’ll usually get some great insights.