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Post by **Angie** on Jun 27, 2019 17:27:49 GMT
Background: I have MS, I'm fat, and not even remotely energetic. I'm trying to change the last two but my health right now is making it extremely difficult. I had a bad concussion a couple of years ago, and have issues with vertigo. I take Gabapentin and Effexor.
Symptoms: Joint ache Tired all the time My left arm moves uncontrollably if I yawn Back pain across spine, just below my bra My body "seizes up" when I first move, especially if I've been in one position for a while. Like all my muscles just clench. There's no lingering muscle pain.
The spasticity has gotten worse over the last couple of weeks. It's been around for a while, but it used to just be if I sat for too long. Now it's happening every time I move.
Any ideas?
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Post by disneypal on Jun 27, 2019 17:29:25 GMT
It sounds like you may be lacking magnesium - have you tried taking supplements?
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Post by cindyupnorth on Jun 27, 2019 17:30:57 GMT
It honestly sounds like stuff from your MS. Have you seen your Dr recently? You may need a medication adjustment. PT for the other things.
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Post by pierkiss on Jun 27, 2019 18:33:15 GMT
Have you Ben checked for Lyme disease?
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Post by **Angie** on Jun 27, 2019 19:49:25 GMT
It sounds like you may be lacking magnesium - have you tried taking supplements? I take b12 and vitamin d. I'll ask about the magnesium.
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Post by **Angie** on Jun 27, 2019 19:50:54 GMT
It honestly sounds like stuff from your MS. Have you seen your Dr recently? You may need a medication adjustment. PT for the other things. My next neuro appt is in September. I messaged my gp for an appointment.
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Post by **Angie** on Jun 27, 2019 19:53:59 GMT
Have you Ben checked for Lyme disease? Back in 2012, when we weren't 100% sure it was MS. I'm hypervigilant about tick bites if we are out and haven't seen any signs of bites.
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Post by eastcoastpea on Jun 27, 2019 21:45:14 GMT
No diagnosis from me, but I'm sending hugs and get well vibes.
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Post by mikklynn on Jun 27, 2019 22:06:43 GMT
No diagnosis from me, but I'm sending hugs and get well vibes. Me, too.
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Post by wiipii2 on Jun 27, 2019 22:06:53 GMT
No idea on a diagnosis but I have lupus and have been struggling with muscle spasms. My rheumatologist suggest magnesium supplements and drinking a cup of tonic water a day for the quinine in it. I asked if I should add some gin to the tonic. I'm a bit of a smart ass. LOL!
Hope you can figure out what's going on and start to feel better.
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