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I am alive. I can live.

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  And now, let's delve into the events that unfolded after the announcement of the diagnosis of multiple sclerosis. Initially, upon receiving the news, I experienced a mix of emotions. In the beginning, there was a sense of euphoria that washed over me. It was a relief to learn that the condition I had was not cancer or something similarly devastating. However, as time went on, I came to realize that multiple sclerosis was a chronic illness that would accompany me for the rest of my life, causing both physical and emotional suffering. This realization was a sobering one. In response to this life-altering diagnosis, I made some significant changes to adapt. One of the first adjustments I made was switching my studies to the evening group. It was a practical decision that allowed me to manage my condition more effectively while continuing to pursue my educational goals. Despite the challenges ahead, I made a strong and unwavering decision to see my studies through to the end, refusi...

The year was 2002, and you had just received a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis.

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It was late August, and you were driving with a wheelchair, accompanied by a sanitarium, on your way to a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) appointment. The long and dark corridors of the hospital filled you with fear of an unknown future. You had expected the worst, thinking it might be some kind of lethal disease like cancer, but never once considered multiple sclerosis as a possibility. As you waited for the results of your MRI, the anticipation and anxiety grew overwhelming. The MRI technician eventually emerged and asked if you were feeling okay. They mentioned you might be feeling tired or fatigued after the test, which only served to heighten your anxiety even more. You felt like you were dying inside as you waited for the results. The next day, your doctor came to see you. They delivered the news you had been dreading to hear. The results from the MRI had come in, and it was confirmed that you had multiple sclerosis.  You were in shock and felt like your world had come c...

My Multiple Sclerosis Journey Starting 2001

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  I never thought I would be diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) at the age of 21. It all started with a tingling sensation in my hands and feet. I didn’t pay much attention to it, thinking it was some usual stuff. But it was just the beginning of a long and challenging journey. I was an athletic guy who had just started university for my future degree in business administration. All doors were open for me and I had big dreams for my career and life. But then, things started to change. I began to experience more symptoms, such as fatigue, blurred vision, muscle weakness, and balance problems. I went to see several doctors, but none of them could give me a clear answer. They ran some tests, but they were inconclusive. They prescribed me some medications, but they didn’t help much. Finally, after months of uncertainty and frustration, I got the diagnosis: multiple sclerosis. It was a shock to me and my family. I didn’t know much about this condition, except that it was a chronic a...

About this blog and Multiple Sclerosis.

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  Living with multiple sclerosis can be challenging, as it is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system. It can cause a range of symptoms such as fatigue, muscle weakness, difficulty with coordination and balance, and cognitive impairment. These symptoms can make it difficult to carry out everyday tasks and activities. Living with a disability can also present its own unique set of challenges. Depending on the type and severity of your disability, you may need to make accommodations and modifications to your living space and routines to ensure that you can live comfortably and safely. One tool that can be especially helpful for individuals with disabilities is the computer. With the use of adaptive technology and accessibility features, the computer can allow individuals with disabilities to perform tasks and activities that may have otherwise been difficult or impossible. For example, text-to-speech software can help individuals with visual impairments t...