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I did it! Changed doctor and meds.

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A few weeks ago I asked for guidance on whether I should change docs and meds. The doc I was seeing is brilliant but his bedside manner is lacking. His laymen terms is way over the average laymen. He felt I needed a med change b/c my EDSS score is increasing but wanted me to go on a med that I was uncomfortable with. I went in search of other MS neurologist opinions and really clicked with the third doc who is much younger than my doc. Well, I changed docs and had my first half dose of Ocrevus yesterday. It went pretty well. Hopefully Ocrevus will stop the progression. Tysabri did for a while. I want to thank everyone who chimed in and told me that change can be good! I’m always uncomfortable changing doctors b/c of the awkwardness of it (and it was awkward). Looking favorably towards a brighter future for all of us!!!

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Birdymom3 profile image
Birdymom3

You do what your Dr and you feels right , make sure your MRI shows what works best for you.

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SueAB

Juleigh21, Good for you! Change is hard, but sometimes for the better!

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falalalala

Sounds like you made a good decision.Here's hoping all goes well for you :)

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greaterexp

Hurrah for you!!!

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jimeka

Well done, as long as you are happy and content, Blessings Jimeka 🤗

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Iona60

So glad that you took the big step and that it worked out. Hope Ocrevus works well for you.

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So happy of your positive progress, Juleigh21 :-D

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RoyceNewton

good luck to you

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Elizt3

So glad this new Dr. Is working out !! And happy that O is underway.

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mrsmike9

The awkward is over and now you can look forward. Better to have a few moments to be uncomfortable then put it behind you and have someone who you can communicate with better!

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bxrmom

So happy for you. Glad the doctor and rx change is working out for you. Keep us updated!

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hairbrain4

Change is always hard, glad you did & glad to hear you are going on Ocrevus. Keep us updated on your progress with Ocrevus. I'm on & love it.

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rjoneslaw

that's great

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anaishunter

courageous move. hope it gives you a sense of control even of there is no controlling this disease.

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