As I was walking to the front door I felt it happen. A large section of my left back trunk (and as of today) butt and front trunk became numb. I can move fine but it's numb.
Thank God I can move right now, so much to do...
There are claims to file but first we must open everything.... Valuables were broken, lost or destroyed in the move but we covered our butt with replacement value insurance. It covers their damages as well. 1200 pounds of stuff is missing. I am missing one of Nicole's tapestry throws, made from her own art.
It is distressing.
Back to the numb areas. How can it be "numb" if it hurts???
I don't know if this is a "relapse". Or if I should call my neurologist (who will tell me quite firmly I need to go on steroids) and let him know. I mean, why pick a fight when you can avoid one. =)
I've heard about the nasty stuff that happens "underneath the hood" with MS. MS continues its destructive march whether or not you can see it. Now I am unsure of myself on stairs - not going up but going down and it's a longgggg ways to the floor. Especially in this house. I've always been unsure of stairs going down but now I'm really unsure. And slow...
Is sudden numbness a relapse or part of "everyday" MS?
Helllpppp...I don't know so I'm asking you.
I am not on any CRAB drugs due to side effects - sometimes a scary thought, sometimes not. It will be interesting to see if the kidney doctor thinks my decreased kidney functioning is due to CRAB drugs or if it's something else.
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Well just my experience but my dang right side rib cage, down along back and butt too has been numb for a few years. How the freak stuff can hurt when it numb that has been one of those mystery things to me.
Hope it goes away and sorry about the missing tapestry :(
Sherry,
I have no knowledge of MS so I'm not much use to you . . . But I do feel for you, it all sounds like a lot to cope with. I will say a prayer for you, not a religious one . . . Just a prayer.
Sherry, as to whether it is a relapse or not, it depends. This could be, since you've been working so hard on the move and are probably tired, simply heightened awareness of already existing damage. On the other hand, it could be something new and perhaps the only way to really find out is to see on MRI whether you have lesions that are active. There's a term for that but I forget what it is; maybe enhancing, I don't know. Anyway,like all things MS there is nothing simple about it. I wouldn't ignore it though. Monitor and, yeah, maybe touch base with a neurologist.
Thanks kmilyun - it is numb to the point of almost stinging. I know that sounds strange.
bugerlugs, thank you very much! and I, for you. =)
Judy, I can't have MRI's at all because of my cochlear implant. I am still debating on whether to call the neuro. Oh well...it's Friday, it means I can wait till Monday to decide. =)
Could be a pseudo relapse from the stress of the move. Old symptoms flare.
But if it's a new symptom that lasts longer than 24 hours, it's probably a real relapse.
Fatigue and/or can bring some of my symptoms up again. And yes, the numb AND painful is weird. And one that other people have trouble accepting. It's true, true I tell you.
I really hope both that the missing things are found and that your body learns better behaviour.
You should call the doctor. It is not shingles or neuropathy? That is why a doc can help you decide. Stress and the move can cause some relapsing. Best wishes,mary
Sherry, I don't know either, but I hope the stairs are not going to be a problem for you!
I can totally see the stress part, however. Maybe a little break is in order? just sayin'.
I'm not any help on your question, but I do hope it's temporary, and the lost things are found soon.
Sherry - i had the same concerns Lou noted. I was suddenly concerned about stairs in your wonderful home that you worked so hard to find.
And, I thought, take a break! Maybe you could spend a day or two just relaxing before you dig back into the boxes.
Thanks everyone. I still have the numbness. =( I will have to decide if I want to REALLY call my Neuro who will prescribe steroids (and I don't want them) so why call?
The steps are a challenge but finding a one story home in THIS town is impossible...!
Just MS. Keep looking for that 1 story house.
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