MEDS or NO MEDS

At the time of this writing (June,2012), nearly 28 years have passed since my initial diagnosis of MS.  I have learned a great deal through these years.  I have had my ups and downs.  I have had huge victories.  I have never taken any drugs for MS, nor do I plan to.  Having said that, however, I believe that everyone needs to make this decision on their own.  I have nothing against medicines --- they serve a great purpose for those that need them.  I just don't need them and am content continuing my life without them.

 

Early in my journey, I learned that stress plays a huge part in this disease. Guard yourself from stress whenever possible.  Learn how to deal with the stressors in your life.

 

I remember an incident while I was working that triggered some rather significant symptoms.  I was dealing with a problem employee, on written warning of being terminated --- a process that took 18 months.  During that time, I was under a great deal of stress and my new Neurologist wanted to start me on some experimental drug.  Reading the pamphlet about the drug opened my eyes to the myriad of side effects which, at that time, were far greater than the symptoms I was experiencing.  Common sense and my reliance on the Holy Spirit, told me to say "no" to those drugs and I'm glad I did.  It was the right decision for ME and I've never regretted it.

 

The bottom line is this:  seek God's wisdom and pray about all your decisions.  His peace will guide you.  Follow Him.



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