Looking After Mum?

Question

My Mum Has M-s And Im Only 12 I Have A Little Sis Thats 5 Its Really Hard SomeTimes Helping Mum And Looking After My Sister My Mum Is Able And Plus From Her M-s She Has One Of Her Eyes R Blind And I Was Just Wondering What Is M-s And How Could I Help hEr With It ?

shhh im not 12 lmaooo

Answer 1

Well my mum has Diabetes and I'm 16 even though I've got no other brothers or sisters around in the household it's hard some days because she can sleep for days of her sugar levels can go too high or low then she'll start shaking. I'm not going to lie and say it's gonna get easier (espacially as you have other siblings to help as well) because M.S can get worse than diabetes. But with my mum it didn't get better and I don't complain because she's there you make the most of what you have, I mean I do get my "me" time nearly everyday because I don't really have anyone but me and my mother to see to sometimes but theres days where I dont get to really have a think about life , you have to make the best of family while it's there even if you run around doing everything because once you get to high school/secondary school you'll have more childhood memories. So I hope you don't feel conned out of a childhood right now. And I know I haven't experienced the illness like you have but I'm sure theres a way of help and I hope you get some help because this is a real touching family. You need some hugs and love at home! Make sure you offer alot of hugs to your mum and sisters because when I'm ill, down and feel worn out I love my hugs with my mum.


'Multiple sclerosis (abbreviated MS, also known as disseminated sclerosis) is a chronic, inflammatory disease that affects the central nervous system (CNS). MS can cause a variety of symptoms, including changes in sensation, visual problems, muscle weakness, depression, difficulties with coordination and speech, and pain. Although many patients lead full and rewarding lives, MS can cause impaired mobility and disability in the more severe cases.' - Wikipedia

Heres a few sites to help your question:
http://www.btinternet.com/~anthony.seaton/aims/excersise4ms.html
http://www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk/articles/article.aspx?articleID=254
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Multiple_sclerosis

If you ask your doctor I'm sure he'll tell you of some support groups for families dealing with M.S you can also look in local directories as I don't know where your from I do hope this helps though. I know in England, I think on the NHS they have home help for people with serious problems that might need help at home all they'll do is look after your mother maybe cook a few dinners for her and then you'll have a bit less of a job to do everyday. I hope your mother is not against this because she sees it as a threat, because I know some peope do but home help can help ease the work for the rest of the family. You mum seems like she wants her family to be close and together and wont want the threat, but it'll be ok if you ask for advice or help from an association it'll keep your family together and much stronger.

I hope you can find a way for more help for your family, enquire about it at doctors and there are places you can go to get advice look through the local business directory or something.

Remember what comes around, goes around, you'll get something in return for your stength and being so special, a great gift from God to touch and bless all your lives. You, your sister & your mum will pull through together even though there's no cure, family are what you need in these situations!

Answer 2

Sweetie if you ask for help you will not be separated from your mum, it sounds like she is doing her best for you and you can get support, call childline (dont let alarm bells ring here they dont just help abused children) and they will give you advice about the best things you can do. ANYTHING you say to them will be kept private, they wont be able to trace your call or phone your home they are just there to listen. You could get a carer in, paid for by the government, so you can stay together as a family but you can also learn how to care for your mum and get time to concentrate on your schooling. I promise that ( as long as you arent being abused) they can help you, call 0800 11 11, this is a free number, you wont get charged and you can call from a phonebox without having to pay. Click on my pic and get my contact details if you have any more questions xx

Answer 3

My mum has MS too. It is very hard to cope with. I'm 27 and its hard for me so what it's like for you God knows. MS effects everyone differently, be there for your mum but don't forget that you are important too. If you don't know much about it maybe you should look at web pages about it, the MS society perhaps. Make sure you have plenty of people to talk to about it, I can tell you are worrying about the situation. I'll be thinking about you. Hope you and your mum and sister are ok, be strong :)

Answer 4

Darling, I know you care about your Mum but at the tender age of twelve caring for your mum is a heavy responsibility. You need to call the multiple schlerosis association and discuss your options.
It sounds like your mum like her independent and want to keep her family together no matter what. the MS association will help you achieve this and relieve you of some of your responsiblities.

Answer 5

well, its not something that has a direct cure, so just try to take care of your little sister and help your mom out whenever possible.

oh, and 12 is a bit young to be on yahoo answers, but do what you want.

Answer 6

It's multiple sclerosis. There's nothing you can actually do, but to help your mom when she needs you and take care of your little sister. Ask your teacher if they can get you in contact with a care worker who will be there to support you when necessary

Answer 7

get some help that's the first thing to do and then things should fall in to place you are to young to deal with this
i ain't saying you are a silly kid cause you have more guts than i ever had a 12
good luck

Answer 8

I admire you. It doesn't matter what MS means. What matters is that you've taken responsibility for your Mom, like she did from the moment you were born. Reach-out for help to anyone willing to give it to you. God bless!

Answer 9

A baseball bat usually looks after her pretty painlessly

Answer 10

You are an incredibly fantastic soul for being so young. Stay strong and never change. God will bless you for it.