he doesnt seem to be getting any further help despite going to st mikes hospital in toronto some months ago and seeing a doctor. it seems people promise help and drugs to help his worsening condition but still no help... does anyone know where might help more..he also suffers from depression and im just worried about him.. he has already once made an attempt to end his life...
2006-09-28 00:51:36 · 6 answers · asked by markyandtigger 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
It is a vicious, vile disease that usually strikes when people are young - and the younger you are, the faster it tends to progress. I am so terribly sorry, but the only drugs available might alleviate some of the symptoms but there is no cure for the disease ... and different drugs are effective for different people, so you might very well see the doctors trying first one thing and then another. Your friend is very fortunate in having someone like you to care so much about him, but it might also be useful to look for some local support groups (I'm sure there will be some, directly and on-line) and I would guess that the hospital will know of some and be able to put you in touch.
My heart goes out to the two of you and I wish that there were some better comfort to offer. My honorary stepdaughter died as a result of the disease when she was only 26, so I do know a little about it and what I know I don't like. I wish there were better comfort to offer, but this is the awful reality.
So: stay close to him. Find whatever will make his life somewhat more tolerable; feel free to ask the hospital whatever questions you need to ask, but this is not going to be a pleasant journey.
I'll pray. Angrily.
2006-09-28 01:08:28 · answer #1 · answered by mrsgavanrossem 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have had the same problem except I have muscular dystrophy, the biggest thing is don't take know for an answer and check out MS sites on the web. That is how I finally found help. I also know the depression is so hard because you want to do stuff and the mind is willing but the body wont cooperate. One way I helped with the depression is an online group that have similar issues and I became an advocate for myself learning as much as I could about my condition and sometimes educating the doctors on what I needed from them. Good luck, your friend is lucky to have you don't give up things do improve.
2006-09-28 08:18:05 · answer #2 · answered by NotSoTweetOne 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I recommend he read Dr Atkins' Vita-Nutrient Solution and check all the index references to his condition. See esp. the section about Colamine (Calcium AEP). Also read The Aspirin Alternative by Dr Mike Loes. (page 180). Finally the Prescription For Natural Cures is chock full of good info and advice including the Swank Diet which has helped many persons.
Good luck and God bless!
PFNC also has info on depression.
2006-09-28 09:24:25 · answer #3 · answered by Mad Roy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
So sorry to hear about your friend. I also was diagnosed with MS back in 2004 so it still is fresh to me. I have some web sites for your friend to call. The MS chapter Society has been very helpful. Does your local hospital have any support group that meets monthly by any chance? If not, see if someone maybe you, or anyone in your area that might be interested in getting a support group up and running. I had started one in my town and already I have 12 people attending on a monthly basis. It isn't only for people that have MS it is for everyone that has a friend or loved one who has MS. Below I have listed some web sites for you and your friend to check out. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your friend. Please let your friend know that he isn't alone in fighting this disease. And not to take his own life, there are many many people out there who are willing to help out in any way they can like me. Please encourage your friend to call or check out the web sites for MS. Take care and God Bless.
2006-09-28 12:04:07 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go here and e-mail them. http://www.montelms.org/
Montel Williams has a foundation, and also is a sufferer of MS. I am sure they can offer some assistance or guidance for your friend. Good luck, and God speed.
2006-09-28 08:14:29 · answer #5 · answered by Sarasota Mom 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it better if you deal with it yourslf
2006-09-28 07:54:36 · answer #6 · answered by craig h 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋