Hello
Recently diagnosed even though had my symptoms for at least 25 years on and off
Would love to chat to others that are nearby, I live in Newport
Hi Kerry, I wish I was near you as I used to go on holidays to South Wales horse riding (many years ago) and its beautiful. I live in Yorkshire. I hope you find some friends nearby, but Yorkshire folk are happy to chat too 
Maz
Of course I’m happy to chat lol
I am still in shock from my diagnosis as I wasn’t expecting it
I deal with my daughters issues as she also has it. But she has more issues than me so I feel like a fraud
I don’t know if I have to tell the DVLA or my insurance like she did
Nobody has told me anything
I don’t know when someone will contact me
I feel like they have phoned me then sent a letter to confirm and then that’s it
Tell me a bit about you
How are you dealing with it ??
Hi Kerry,my name is Jackie and I used to live in Caldicot s,wales I’m in Colchester now but go back home maybe once a year,I was told in 2004 I had RRMS constantly in pain,right side of body doesn’t work so well so I walk like an drunk if only,anyway I’m home and always up for a chat take care
Hi Kerry, I’ve had MS from childhood although it was a number of years until a firm diagnosis in my teens. That was many many years ago now. Unfortunately MS is familial and so can run in families, my sister and aunt had it and one of my daughters has signs (but undiagnosed presently). You shouldn’t in any way feel a fraud, it is not something you have control over and it’s different for everyone. The DVLA has to be informed if you’ve had a firm diagnosis and the they issue you with a 3 year license through its medical section. DVLA is a nightmare at the moment because of COVID everything is delayed (as they like everyone are having to take precautions so working with limited staff). I’d wait until you’ve seen a neurologist for full confirmation before informing DVLA but it is a legal requirement to do so. It feels like I’ve dealt with MS my whole life so not know anything different, but I’ve lead a good active life (travelled, climbed mountains, had a great career) and am still as active as I can be even though I’m in a wheelchair now. I know some people don’t like ending up in a wheelchair, but I have found it liberating as I am able to get out and about. Other people’s reactions can be off putting but that’s their problem not mine and I’m not going to stop going out just to make them feel more comfortable. I guess what I’m trying to say is I’ve accepted MS and make the most of my life knowing I have some limitations.
Maz
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Hi Jackie
Lovely to hear from you
I check this site on a regular basis so feel free to message
I’m new to this only signed up today bit nervous and having an off day but I m always up for a chat x
Still getting to grips with this site
Not the best as I keep missing posts lol
Feel free to email me if you want to chat more
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