Tag Archives: symptoms

Swiss Cheese

Posted on July 8, 2014 by Climbing Downhill

After I found out I have MS but before it took any major ability from me,  I somehow thought the effects of weakness and numbness caused by the condition would  follow a logical sequence.  For instance, perhaps my toes would begin … Continue reading →

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Oh The Irony

Posted on June 30, 2014 by Climbing Downhill

MS affects everyone differently,  but those  affected for a length of time usually share some of the same symptoms.  I’ve been struck by the irony and sometimes cruelty of how the common symptoms  of this condition work against each other.  … Continue reading →

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My Diagnosis Story – Part 2

Posted on April 25, 2014 by Climbing Downhill

Twenty-eight years ago, I was given the jolting news that I likely had multiple sclerosis. My imagination raced and practicality brought me to a place of concern. Being in my first months of my first pregnancy, I had been excited and … Continue reading →

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MS Identification Card

Posted on January 31, 2014 by Climbing Downhill

In her post, “I Used To Walk the Line” on Yvonne deSousa.com, Yvonne writes about  her concern of being mistaken for being drunk if her MS symptoms are evident. I was reminded of a card I had somewhere.  Since I no … Continue reading →

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