MS IN OLDER FOLKS. WHAT'S THE DEAL? LIVE STREAM WITH DR B!

MS IN OLDER FOLKS! WHAT'S THE DEAL? Let's discuss older folks and multiple sclerosis. What's the dealio? Join me LIVE!
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[@AaronBosterMD]

What questions do you have about Multiple Sclerosis and older folks? Sound off below! #WeHaveMS

[@SherryRobichaud]

Watching the #replay. Thank you another informative live stream. 😊

[@sherrywilson8925]

Hi, Dr Boster. Please HELP! I am 59 and didn't get a positive diagnosis until approximately 5 years ago, though I was told I possibly had MS in 1983. I have peripheral neuropathy and I'm half out of my mind from pain in my feet. I tried treating in with Neurontiin but, I became suicidal. I am on Lyrica 200mg three times daily, Nortriptyline 100mg at bedtime, Effexor XR 150mg daily. What can I try before I lose my mind? I'm desperate. I always miss the live streams.

[@AaronBosterMD]

maybe talk to your doctor about topical lidocaine?

[@dr.froghopper6711]

I live in a very rural area. Ideas about isolation? You are a blessing! Definitely, please do more about pain! Several doctors have really skipped dealing with the spasticity in my neck and upper back. My latest PC has almost doubled baclofen and it’s finally helping!

[@sonsofanarchy5316]

Dr Boster, IT got worse, i have ms, It, s a great risk, i have general spasticity, Every body scream, and me😭😭this is speed pain

[@lillianpenney]

I’m 67, and struggling w progressing symptoms and that is leading to pretty severe depression. I love your you tube channel and it is my survival. Thank you so much for what you do for us MS’ers

[@kathiefoss2254]

Hi Dr. Boster- Kathie Foss here. Thank you for following up on my request for a video on the older patient with MS with your recent video and now this live stream. I am a very spry 68 years young lady full time working professional who until 3 weeks ago, had an part time job too. In addition, I volunteer and foster for a large animal rescue, block captain where I live, and I play and perform on 2 musical instruments. I point all this out to underscore your emphasis on treating the older person and to give the younger viewers hope that aging with MS is not a bad thing. BTW, I am on Ocrevus and never had a reaction at all and no side effects or problems whatsoever!! Thanks again for both videos!!

[@Superchick.Marie777]

I’m 55. My neuro specialist sends me back to my primary care doctor constantly. She constantly says “that’s got nothing to do with MS” to everything I encounter in regard to symptoms. I’ve been getting more and more depressed at times thinking that I am just doomed to progress out to the end. Grabbing on to your teachings to find a better way. Thank you Dr B 🙏🏼❤️ (I was diagnosed at 52)

[@martapinzon2076]

I went through the same experience and what I learned is that my Dr works for me and if I been dismissed like that baby next, you are fired and find a Dr that listens to you, is like when you are married, you will not stay wit someone that doesn’t love you and doesn’t treat you right. You are your best advocate, so please do you a favor and find another Dr. I been diagnosed 14 years and I love my Dr now.

[@Stephy373]

I went through the same thing with my doctor (diagnosed at age 57). I found a new doctor and have been told that I have PPMS and have been taking the wrong medication. Will be starting with Ocrevus on 10/27.

[@aprilvannewkirk8761]

I have cured my urine retention by eating 1/4 Cup of dried cranberries daily.

[@judytobey]

I use walkers and wheelchair. The place I’m living INSISTS I use a wheelchair going down to the dining room. MS fatigue is no joke!

[@cathyholcombe4674]

In adults 60 years and older, please have your B12 levels checked. A deficiency can mimic MS. It happened to me.

[@susanlyon1288]

I’m going to get my levels checked after seeing your comment. I have numb patches in various areas of skin. It’s really noticeable on my arms and legs.. really scary. Thanks .. I’m 58 years old

[@tammystwilson1763]

I am buying B12 to add to my vitamin regimen. I have increased D3 to 5000 units.

[@traceytansley1659]

Absorption of B12 is not the same as the level floating in your blood stream. Check B12 absorption. Also, B12 shots might be needed instead of just B12 vitamins since absorption might be a problem along with Pernicious anemia.

[@dorishardystanley9977]

Howdy HI from Atlanta Georgia in US

[@dorishardystanley9977]

I was diagnosed at 55. I had no other health issues.

[@cindyherschberg5023]

I am so THANKFUL I found your channel ! I am 50 and I haven't been officially diagnosed with MS but have had 5 different doctors suspect I have MS I have seen two neurologists to start the process of getting diagnosed ( stopped once because my husband was diagnosed with cancer ) recently went to second neurologist to start the process not a very good experience I am now at a stand still because of financial issues . But because of my age the neurologist was totally shut down to the possibility . I have so many symptoms and they come in waves some I can say started in my 30 s although mild. I am using a wheelchair and a walker . I also have had my thyroid removed (Hashimoto's thyroiditis ) I'm also on disability . I'm in tears when I am hearing the symptoms you are speaking of ( I'm having crushing muscle spasms in rib area and chest , swallowing issues , walking issues ( although I have severe knee issues ) bowel , urinary issues , tons of urinary infections, itching, eye issues tunnel vision , spots , numbness and diagnosed neuropathy . Face numbness like a mask over part of my face . Cognitive issues . All these symptoms aren't present at once seems like they come in waves . I feel isolated because I can't do much anymore don't feel like myself anymore . Not asking for diagnosis or even to answer anything just thankful to hear positive things and suggestions on your vlog helps me to know what to ask when I get a new neurologist . Praying to find one that listens to me . I pray I don't have MS but want to have answers to what is happening to me . Thank you for your vlogs your a blessing !

[@gigih.2169]

I am 49 and in the process of testing. My MRI has lesions and the differentials are demylinating disease, migraine or ischemic blood vessel changes. I was told by phone that my scan was normal. I think because blood vessel changes are common as we get older. But I'm a runner (when not going through an episode) I have low blood pressure, low cholesterol, healthy weight and no family history. We'll see later this month when I have my follow up. Good luck to you!

[@stellasweden]

How could the told you that your scan was normal when it wasnt?

[@cherylvl1036]

I was diagnosed with MS in 2014 at 40. My mom is now being tested for MS at the age of 78. I think she has been displaying MS symptoms for at least 10 years but her mobility has declined significantly in the last 3 years. She now uses a mobility scooter just like me.

[@amandabuswell8052]

Amanda from Calgary Canada. Newly diagnosed @ 59yrs. Trying to stay positive.

[@tammystwilson1763]

That is hard to do. But I am with you we have to try.

[@MultiJimmybaby]

I’m Jim Witthaus in Overland Park. I’m 67 years old diagnosed with PPMS at 45. I had severe Stenosis of my cervical spine at 64 and had a laminectomy of C3 through C7.I am wheelchair bound now. I watched a lot of your videos this one hits home. Thanks

[@flapkatt6094]

Late to this party, it's 2022. Social isolation is the pits, thanks to covid. We're at risk for aging, other related issues like arthritis, falls, driving skills are not quite as sharp as they were because there's literally nowhere to go! But this presentation gives me hope. 2022 will see big changes as we deal with this pandemic. Compared to that, MS is a toddler having a temper tantrum. I can deal with this sort of support!

[@yugrotavele]

I was diagnosed with MS at the ripe old age of 62 back in late 2021. I had been having all kinds of issues for years trying to figure out what was wrong. An MRI performed on my shoulder looking for pinched nerves revealed many lesions on the brain and upper spinal. After further MRI’s revealed the fireworks celebration and the spinal tap confirmed MS. My doctors went after it aggressively initially with a round of steroids and I’m now on Ocrevus and I have been responding positively. I only wish it had been found sooner.

[@rhondaa1215]

Joy 70 year old from Ontario, Canada. Thanks for doing this 😊

[@debbiefulton5496]

My fatigue is so bad that getting ready to go out makes me so exhausted that I can’t make it out.

[@keecatz212]

Dr. Buster, I just found you via Twitter and am following you there as well. Thank you for doing a video for the older people with MS and making people aware that it can effect them as well. My mother is 82 and has MS, her neurologist which she has been seeing for years won’t prescribe any meds stating that the side effects are worse and may kill her. Her appointments consist of going over the mri and blood results, blood pressure and reflexes. I know other MS patients that go to her and she has helped them, she’s one of the best in the area. My mom also stays dizzy 24/7 and nothing seems to help, if you can help with any suggestions I know just that alone would make her life easier. Praying they find a cure for this nasty disease.

[@lizpease2544]

Lizzie from Sun City,Az I’m going to be 70 soon and it’s been years of pain, fatigue, uveitis,etc.

[@Sharla1213]

You’re so helpful and compassionate. So many people would benefit from your videos I’m trying to spread the word! And trying to convince the newly diagnosed to start a DMT when they ask if they should in Facebook MS groups.

[@kimberlymayo9951]

Just a nose hack that works for me....I am not a doctor 😊. Daily use of a saline spray helps keep me from having nose bleeds all winter. I have been using saline especially before going into public during the pandemic to help keep my nose in better shape and help keep the germs out. Your videos are always awesome as usual.

[@mistycross3844]

Thank you so much for addressing this, it's still helping people two years later!

[@lorraineophoff4984]

I agree the older I get, the later off OLD is. I really appreciate your work, your compassion, and your KZbin videos! I have not been diagnosed yet. I feel like I had an “event” 8 or 9 yeas ago, following 7 years of losing bladder control, being diagnosed with Fibromyalgia, What I THINK now, might have been an event (8 or 9 yrs ago) followed a lung infection, but tremendous fatigue, loss of breath, weakness that lasted an entire year. I had a stress test, blood work, w higher levels of CRP and sediment rate, so Dr said it’s inflammation, but I never got a diagnosis. After that, I started having a slight wobbly walk, which has progressed to losing balance, veering right or left or backwards very often, many times a day, almost every day fora year. I had a major fall directly backwards with NO WARNING, FLAT, STRAIGHT BACK, NO ATTEMPT TO CATCH MYSELF. Smashed my head on a ceramic stool and smashed that, and hurt my head, but no cuts, no blood. I started seeing my Neurologist a year ago, have had lots and lots of blood work, EMG, EEG, TWO BRAIN MRI’s a year apart, a Brain PET SCAN, and recently had a LUMBAR PUNCTURE. I also have language and cognitive difficulties, word retrieval, stopping mid sentence, forgetting what I was saying, short term and long term memory loss. Also lots of pain in joints and muscles. I just turned 71 years old. I NEED a diagnosis soon! I see my Neurologist in 10 days! What do you think?

[@mariewhalen9313]

Thank you. 68 and doing great!

[@judytobey]

I’m 64, I’ll be 65(gulp) in March. I’ve been on disability almost 2 1/2 years

[@emilypaulson8546]

SPMS here. Doc says his hands are tied. Won’t treat me anymore.

[@ericag2233]

I’m 58 and received an MS diagnosis 8 weeks ago. At 39 years of age I had bilateral optic neuritis for 8 months.

[@BridgetMermikides]

Thank you for all this info Aaron, you are the best! 🙌 It’s true that I can’t always tell if my cog fog is MS or menopause 🤣

[@sarahjane0512]

Greetings from southeast WI! Thanks for doing these informational MS videos!

[@64digger]

I sure hope that you’re feeling better!

[@terrimoore8962]

You are so awesome and I love the way you explain everything I’ve learned so much so far and just a few of these videos than I have for over a decade my only wishes if I could have you as my doctor please keep these videos coming it is so much appreciated and helpful❤

[@judytobey]

I just started PT again this month. I have backslid. It’s been a tough summer, health wise and emotion wise

[@sheilaratcliff4833]

Hmmm...I ,at 70, identify as old! In my 50's I was told by a neurologist that I was too old to have MS despite of test results! Yeah, I found a new neurologist. The first is still practicing despite his advanced age!

[@chrisc757]

Dr. Boster, thank you for doing this video, as someone who is 65 and was diagnosed with RRMS 9 years ago this video really hit home. I can tell you that the best advise I received when I was diagnosed is what you have emphasized your videos. Exercise, don't smoke, eat a good diet (with Vitamin D3 supplements and be on a DMT. Thank you for all the information that you put into your videos.

[@deborahtefertiller9539]

I just love your videos and your compassion and your passion and authenticity and your humor! Your happiness at seeing your Dad online and your reaction to the nosebleed and your willingness to call BS for what it is are rare to find in a doctor!

[@user-kx8ly3qw2j]

❤

[@2listening1]

I used to get nose bleeds in the cooler weather, as soon as the heat comes on in the Fall, because I used to work in a dry office. But it was nice of you to have one to help us celebrate Halloween, Aaron! ;) We all think you're the best, lol!

[@marierossler7325]

Always informative

[@AaronBosterMD]

Thank you Marie!

[@naturallydope6971]

I've learned more stuff from you than I've learned from this whole multiple sclerosis I have had since March of this year and I really want to thank you so much I'm from Oklahoma City 44 years old I found out I had MS when I was 43 and I tell you I am really trying to learn this and I just don't want to lose my quality aliveI've learned more stuff from you than I've learned from this whole multiple sclerosis I have had since March of this year and I really want to thank you so much I'm from Oklahoma City 44 years old I found out I had MS when I was 43 and I tell you I am really trying to learn this and I just don't want to lose my quality of life😊

[@tammystwilson1763]

You said it. Don't we all want to hold in to our quality of life ! Cooking ,walking ,picking up grocery. Taking garbage out. I was diagnosed with MS 2013. My gait and balance have been challenged. I am praying for you and others through the rainbow spectrum of life. This mess of a disease is a people thing. As human beings we deserve to be free to move and do basic activities. I agree Dr. Boster is sharing info with all. It is a blessing that he shares all he learns.

[@gabbyfranks78]

Have I mentioned I love your attitude.

[@sherristevens3972]

Was told that mine was RRMS. Showed signs for years but at 39 it put me on couch for 3 days with intense pain. Couldn't eat. Sleep. Had no clue what all was going on around me. Truth 👏 👍. Now 53 and its a struggle everyday but it's trying hard to just have some normalcy in my life. Amen 💯 truth 👏 👍 its extremely difficult at times so you just keep trying to move and walk. Around age of late 20s i started getting extremely tired could not stay awake been in a position where i couldn't walk. Its a horrible. Im 3rd person in family with MS disease.

[@lindabarnes4138]

I’m 70. Diagnosed 2 months ago.

[@sherristevens3972]

I enjoy the fact you take time to understand and listen to us. Lets us know were no alone in this MS mess. Amen 💯 truth 👏 👍 we don't have a neurologist here where i live so its a drive to get to one. Truthful 👍 ✝️ 👍 nobody here is trained in MS so its refreshing to have the opportunity to watch these videos. Amen 💯 thank you so much. Amen 💯 truth 👏 👍

[@Roger1041000]

Hello Dr. Boster !

[@laurahines4923]

From Virginia! Hi Dr Boster!!

[@AaronBosterMD]

Howdy Laura!

[@d.dominicklombardi7000]

Diane Lombardi from Westchester, New York Thanks for your work AND educating us!

[@d.dominicklombardi7000]

Thanks for tonight's great livestream. I have serious cognition issues so don't remember how I found you on line last month. Always on KZbin? and - is it always a particular day and time?

[@AaronBosterMD]

last week of each month, always at 6:30 and either a Tuesday or Thursday. Sorry I'm trying to get better at this!

[@pamcaudell6221]

You are very special to us as well. I have learned so much from you. I appreciate you teaching us about MS so much. I don’t feel old but the young ones see me as old. I’m 71 and absolutely proud to be alive. My Dr took me off of Aubagio and sees me once a year. His last test in office I touched my nose, he did reflex and vibrating times and walked down the hall. I find have cognitive issues, fatigue, coughing issues to the point of aspiration with a lot of 13:56 phlegm. I have depression and anxiety sometimes. I find moving exercise in moderation helps. If I overdo it I’m down for 3 days. I wish you were closer. I respect you and your professionalism as a number one Neurologist in the world. Thank you for teaching us about MS Pam Caudell Fairmount IN

[@daleydebra]

Thank you.

[@daniflowers6294]

Could you please address Bias or ageism of lab or MDs reading MRIs or test results? I don't want MS but I sincerely think I haven't been diagnosed due to Bias by these folks AND neurologists. Based on your video content here, I'm an older adult with late life onset symptoms without any diagnosis of these serious health issues. Thank you for your videos. Last comment, I've been active and healthy my entire life until lately with these serious issues. Makes zero sense to me.

[@newyorkdiva3]

Didn't know you you were live. Coming from Atlanta, Georgia.

[@AaronBosterMD]

Howdy Donna!

[@lorraineophoff4984]

Yes, I can see you fine!

[@byronvanderbank9046]

Good day Doc Byron from Pretoria South Africa 🇿🇦

[@ihabsleiman]

I am 57 and struggling w SPMS and taking Mayzent and Fampyra. But unfortunately I am loosing strength, mobility and balance. My doctor told me “ nothing I can do”

[@MatidaJane]

Jane from Sydney Australia. I love your videos because you treat us as if we have a brain🤣. I am 86 now so am interested in this. Have had it since I was 19 but only diagnosed when I was 59 just thought I was a bit mad. Hahahahahaha Keep up the good word Aaron.

[@dr.froghopper6711]

Got here late but thanks Dr.B! I am 63 and this applies directly to me! Thanks from New Mexico! I regularly suffer from cerebral flatulence and nothing helps. I don’t think they make a pill for that, lol, so I read. My garden is my exercise and sanity. It’s something I can do! I highly recommend it to everyone!

[@AaronBosterMD]

Your garden sounds awesome. What do you grow in it?

[@dr.froghopper6711]

Aaron Boster MD All things green and healthy (purslane, Lambs quarters, spinach, bok Choy, Chinese cabbage), roots like carrots turnips and beets (the greens of all 3 as well), Anasazi beans, onions, garlic, tomatoes and several different types of chile (it’s New Mexico and I am a devout chile addict and evangelist). This year the weather was really weird and the garden took a hit but things won’t grow if they never get planted! I’m doing everything I can right now to get raised beds built and various containers (old blue barrels cut in half, old washing machine tubs, old bathtubs) for the future and any limitations that might occur. The very best food is grown, harvested, preserved and eaten at home. You know EVERYTHING, including blood, sweat and tears, that went into the meals you eat. My garden is my pathway to talking to God about preserving and promoting life!

[@AaronBosterMD]

wow! That's really impressive! LOVE hearing about this. Do you have any photos of your raised bed gardens?

[@dr.froghopper6711]

Aaron Boster MD not really. I can take a few. Right now it’s nothing fancy because we recently moved into a more accessible house. My old place was much better settled and developed after 35+ years. But over there I had 16-20 stacks of 16” tires, the wider the better. Each stack was 3-4 tires deep and each was stacked on weed proof material to keep stuff from growing up from the bottom. The tires can be painted to gussy them up. I leave the sidewalls in place because it helps conserve water, a constant issue in the desert. I’ll try to get some pictures of my new place and share them as they get better. My little courtyard kitchen garden was bare desert weeds. It’s more better now. Maybe on Facebook?

[@kaym9882]

I am super late to this game lol. I was diagnosed at 50 but IHad MS in my mid 30s. Doctors seem to have a hard time making a diagnosis. I exercise most every day. I work fulltime, run 1 to 3 miles a day, perform weight bearing exercises and am generally wound up like a cheap watch. Ha ha. Anyhow, you are an angel, and thank God for you and your expertise. Oh, if I didn't exercise, I cannot imagine what my body would be like.

[@lorrainejohnson829]

Im 52, in atl ga, had rrms since age 25. many twists and turns later now dont drive anymore; cog fog killed my job sharps so i now jus do 2 "senior" dog care (8 and 12yrs old) thks 4 all this hope and info- ur a godsend 😇

[@violentshemp7776]

Hi Dr. Boster!!! From Fort Wayne, IN

[@AaronBosterMD]

howdy Violent

[@violentshemp7776]

@@AaronBosterMD Hi Dr. Boster!! My real name is Jackie i am using my husbands google account until i get my own , he likes the three stuge's he is really not Violent, lol....Its nice to meet you!! I love your You Tube Chanel, i was recently diagnosed with MS on 8-19-19 one week after my 49th birthday. Thank you for setting up such a informative and positive website!! It really helps me not feel alone and is a positive thing!! God bless you!!

[@user-sg6zf1ir6o]

I’m 71 - so older listening from Ireland

[@deanjensen8580]

Dr. Boster absolutely great ! informational and helpful channel you have . thank you very much.

[@paulmasella1616]

Hi Dr. Boster. It’s Paul Masella from Palm Harbor, Florida.

[@AaronBosterMD]

Howdy Paul

[@sandraschicker4930]

Hi from Colorado

[@frankiemaze9187]

Love your videos, what are your thoughts on L DN ? Do you prescribe it in your practice?

[@craigsutherland3082]

Hi Aaron, I have been diagnosed with PPMS with the first symptoms showing up around 50. Have you done any videos about this? I feel like there isn't any research being done and this makes me feel very left to my own demise and fairly depressed. I'm 67 now and confined to a power wheelchair because my entire right side is severely affected and my left leg isn't in great shape either.

[@debbiefulton5496]

Hi , North Carolina

[@jillellis2244]

Just found your u tube. Got this in 2015 in my mid 50

[@oldandstillhere]

Do people still get diagnosed at 69, 70? I am in that process and now wonder if they even follow through with diagnosis. Thank you for your amazing advocacy.

[@nswim2754]

I’m 54. I was taken off a disease modifying therapy 5/19 which was the time of my next dose of Ocrevus. I had a relapse the beginning of September waiting for the next therapy. Had relapse, new medication and IV steroids at the same time. Had an allergic reaction.

[@AaronBosterMD]

sounds so frustrating n swim!

[@michel3691]

I have panic attacks including chest pains and SOB trying to leave the house.

[@erikvalentin8529]

Hello, Good Morning. I'm here from Connecticut, New England North East United States.

[@lesliex7894]

Hi Dr B. from Leslie in Australia. Missed you because I was at a Whole Food Plant Based seminar. I'm eating healthier and feeling better and will tweak my diet some more but don't know if I'll go all the way. What are your thoughts on flax seed (aka linseed) oil as a supplement? WFPB avoids all oils. The MD recommended ground flax seed over LSA (linseed, Sesame?, almond) for omega because of cloudy blood. Your thoughts or is this getting too dietitian-y? Take care and thanks for dealing with age. Just figured I'll have to live to be over 100+ to live half my life with it. A lot diagnosed young may have already lived longer with MS than without.

[@sonsofanarchy5316]

Howdy, dr Boster, i walk like a Frankenstein,

[@lillianpenney]

Me too 😢

[@mychinapig]

I unberstand

[@wilnahuffman8634]

I'm 72 with MS. I was diagnosed in 1996. Had many symptoms way before I was diagnosed.

[@sharondavisdenson1426]

Sharon, from New Orleans

[@luv2cookinwihulett456]

59 and I have all the MS symptoms but no lesions showed up on MRI's done a year ago. Need new tests, and if I don't have MS, what do I have? Thanks for all the great information, Doc!

[@SpiritSinger]

I will be 54 in January. I have fibromyalgia. I recently began to suspect i might have MS. After talking with my Dr. she agreed it was worth having an MRI so i am currently waiting for that appointment. Looking back, i think the fibromyalgia may have masked many of the symptoms of MS. But there were things i never could explain. Like spots on my leg that burned as if i were standing close to a heater, yet were normal if touched. Weird things like that, that didnt fit in the fibromyalgia mould. As for age…i may be chronologically 54 (almost) but thanks to the fibromyalgia, physically, i feel much older.

[@down-to-earth-mystery-school]

At age 45, I was diagnosed with Fibro, but intuitively I never thought that was correct, so I kept researching (as those of us with chronic illness do). Now pursuing an MS diagnosis, because all the symptoms match.

[@cherylwoods4200]

No need to be embarrassed over a nose bleed. I walk like I'm drunk lol!

[@mikiemattes6502]

Hi this is mikie from sun city arizona

[@debraohler4015]

Debbie Ohler. Ridgeway, Ohio Hi Dr. Boster

[@shoshannamann149]

Hi! I am 75, was diagnosed in 2006 by MRI. I am the 3rd female in my family to have the diagnosis. My symptoms have remained light in my opinion but my understeer and toes are numb and getting more so over time. This numbness began in my left foot in 2013, my right became numb in 2019. I have/had other autoimmune diseases as well...but I get through and keep going. P.S. I only need a cane rarely not sure why...vertigo?...dehydration?...or MS? Life!❤

[@shoshannamann149]

UNDERFEET not understeer(?)

[@dulcemitchell]

Replay from AZ

[@stephaniegray9542]

80 and diagnosed in 1974

[@tamara401]

Stephanie Gray how’s your health ?

[@stephaniegray9542]

@@tamara401 I still live independently and drive. Have good and bad days, but more good. We have to be stay committed to doing as much as we can for as long as we can. Hope to hear from you that you are well.

[@tamara401]

Your answer gave boost of hope wish all the best and good for you ♥️♥️

[@roberture5903]

God bless you Stephanie, I'm only 53 some days and some days I feel like I'm not going to make it. But seeing your comments gives me hope keep pushing.

[@stephaniegray9542]

@@roberture5903 You will make it! We have appointed days and we can't claim more or reduce them. I must remind myself of this daily and remember that they are what I make of them. Focus on the good, no matter how small it seems, and you will overcome.

[@jmaj58]

I am 65 years old and was diagnosed August 18, 2023. But I have had MS symptoms for 30 years. Medicine wasn’t smart enough to diagnose me until the Central Vein MRI became available last August. It’s great to no longer be a medical mystery. I am on my 8th MS doctors. Had a bad reaction to my first DMT, Copaxone generic, last October. Waiting to get back in with my neuro to begin a different DMT, Aubagio generic. Despite living with the odd symptoms for 30 years it’s like I’m new to MS and feeling a whole host of feelings. Still grappling with this new reality. Some symptoms from 30 years ago have reappeared in past few months since getting off the first DMT. Why might that be? Thanks

[@deanjensen8580]

farmboyjensen from Minneapolis Minnesota. Hi Doc didnt get to see your video live on this topic so I thought I would send u this text. Question: diagnosed with ppms in 2015 at 48 yrs old. Never had any attacks, no symptoms til about 2013 or so . Been on ocrevus for about a year. I get around pretty well and still working and exercising . No real physical disabilities that are visible. But of coarse I have the symptoms fatigue and weakness and some balance issues. I know every body is different but what are your thoughts on ppms and being older When diagnosed. Does this typically mean your gonna be behind the eight ball so to speak? Just wondering if this topic would be interesting or merit a video for all of us with ppms. Just a thought. Thanks

[@justjeanne1458]

You briefly mentioned "brainstem syndrome" at the beginning of this video. What is that?

[@judytobey]

Hi Dr B! Calling from MA

[@judytobey]

Your KZbins are terrific. Wish I knew about them when I was dx!

[@judytobey]

I’m 64. Soon to be 65(ouch)!

[@judytobey]

They should have “what to expect when you have MS!

[@judytobey]

My neurologist was useless

[@down-to-earth-mystery-school]

Perhaps in medical school, they should stop teaching that MS only occurs in young people. I know it often presents at a younger age, but reading the comments, many people don’t get diagnosed until their 50s, 60s or 70s. We need to fight ageism in all instances, including medical bias!

[@colleenoswald4932]

12:54 I am going to begin eating clean 100% at each meal. I had a bad year physically and emotionally. I quit cooking real meals everyday because I felt I couldn’t cook/clean the meals.

[@lalabo3095]

Dr B. have you ever been tested for Von Willebrand disease, I have nosebleeds that are long lasting like yours and I was diagnosed with it many years ago.

[@kendrahatfield7192]

I am going to start chair yoga.

[@sarahdixon6083]

I am from England I am 50 years and only been diagnosed 18 months . I am finding the pain and fatigue the worse to deal with most days. As an older lady with disease what is the best way to deal manage these? From Sarah in the UK

[@ericott2561]

Howdy from Coshocton

[@LesleyMiller-pt2yb]

Hi from Ireland 😊

[@AaronBosterMD]

Hello there!

[@forestgonzalez2368]

Symptoms started at 50. Diagnosed 2 years later. It was not inherited. At least I'm walking. Is there something that I may miss?

[@user-kx8ly3qw2j]

Nathalie from Quebec Canada

[@kristenlynnoliver]

Hey Dr. B! I hear a lot of people talking about LDN. Can you tell us what you think about it? Thank you for all you do! Have a good Sunday with your family!

[@kristenlynnoliver]

Whoops! You answered the question in the video! Sorry about that!

[@patriciaforbes8880]

I was diagnosed with MS when I was 75 years old. I am now 79 . Because of spasticity I am virtually unable to walk, any suggestions. Thanks. I live in North east England.

[@rhondahallisey2728]

Hi from Rhonda in Md

[@jvsaints]

I'm in my early 70s and my MRI shows small vessel ischemia. I have many of the same symptoms of MS such as bladder problems, balance issues, and weakness. Can you discuss how you tell the difference between MS and SVD. Thanks.

[@lauraluffman6177]

DR. Bolster i was diagnosed with MS at 46. I feel like theres no hope i go to rehab to get my balance and gait back is there any recommendations for me to get better balance?

[@emps3546]

Diagnosis and age I had it years before gaslit hence delays

[@treemcphail9224]

I’m Tree McPhail. Nebraska

[@gigih.2169]

I am 49 and in the process of testing. I've had symptoms for about 8-10 years but never put them together. It was only recently when I had another "episode" this time severe fatigue, weakness -more in one leg, unbalanced, foggy thinking and numbness on my whole left side that I started to look back and put piece together. I've been treated separately for the parts in the past. Sent to PT for vertigo, etc. I had an MRI over a week ago and was told by phone it was normal. I picked up the report which said I had lesions and the differential diagnoses was demylinating disease, migraine or ischemic changes in blood vessels. Due to my age I'm wondering if the lesions will be said to the blood vessel changes. I'm a runner (during the periods of wellness), have low BP, low cholesterol, healthy weight and diet, and no family history. My goals are to keep running but it's getting harder and harder. Even when I'm well I fatigue quicker and need more rest after runs. I need to know what this is so I can treat it. Thanks for what you do!

[@pamscott1321]

Oh my goodness have you taken your MRI results to a neurologist?

[@gigih.2169]

@@pamscott1321It's been a long 3 years, LOL. That was a neurologist. I had subsequent MRIs, spinal tap and other testing and they found nothing. But thankfully I've been healed. Turns out I most likely had metabolic syndrome (a whole host of other issues cropped up as well like cognitive decline, IBS, joint and bone pain, and more). My whole family has type 2 diabetes and my grandmother and mother had early onset Alzheimer's, which is now considered type 3 diabetes. My health was going down hill until I changed my diet. I am 95% animal based. I mostly eat eggs, beef, butter and small amounts of cheese and occasional berries. Reversed everything. Feeling awesome and feeling 30 years younger!

[@jamesgeerlings9113]

I am having personality issues. I am losing social confidence. I am 54 and have RRMS. I was diagnosed 28 years ago.

[@2listening1]

46:32 Why not? It is Halloween, after all!