My so-called friends have always been men since I was in school. I thought it was because I was a tomboy, I only found out when I got a wheelchair that none of them were my friends. I got told they only hang around me as I had a bust. I still have the same bust but now I have NO friends except the ones on this site or my youngish MS group
That’s awful Elec and whoever told you that was definitely no friend! I’m sure they weren’t only friends with you for your boobs.
I’ve lost a lot of friends since I had to give up work (mostly fellas) but a lot of that is because I’m too tired to socialise and people give up asking after a while. Some I had let go because they had no understanding of my issues and frankly they were too much hard work.
I’m sure you’ll make friends by going to your MS group and there are some lovely people on here too, some of which might even live in your area.
Mags 
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poor you
i hope you soon make a load of new friends, boys and girls.
i pruned my social circle when i got diagnosed.
but the ones that remain are totally to be trusted.
good luck
carole x
Like Carole I ‘pruned’ my friends when I was diagnosed but now I have some better friends that also have MS and we have a great time. Have you joined your local MS society or MS therapy centre? I’ve made some good friends here. Good luck.
Lynne xx
True friends never leave you so you’re far better off without them. It has already been said you will find friends on here who are supportive and caring and will listen to your ups and downs. Try your local MS group and I’m sure you will find friends amongst them. Sending (((((HUGS)))))
Janet
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We know MS IS NOT FATAL,but I think we make some people question their own mortality,and make them wonder if they could cope.
I’ve had friends dump me,but those of true character know that I am still habitating this knackered painful body.
A couple of them don’t visit that often’cos they get a bit upset…I see it in them.We speak regularly on the phone and I know they would drop everything to help me if I asked.
Take care of the bust,
Wb x
Too many people dislike being around those who are not in good health that’s for sure. I’m sorry that your ‘friends’ have dumped you like this but as others have said they weren’t real friends in the first place.
Getting involved with the local MS group sounds like a good idea to me. I wish you well and I’m sure you will find people who will prove to be utterly genuine.
Take care
I am so sorry that you had to go through this. I had a terrible time when I was first diagnosed. Friends were no where to be seen, and even my father (who goes to church every week without fail!) told me that I had let him down by developing MS. But now, I might have fewer friends, but the ones I have are REAL friends and are worth their weight in gold. So nowadays I see this ‘friend’ desertion a plus, and I know that you soon will too!
Best of luck,
Moira
I have the same, the saddest thing is, alot of my ‘friends’ are nurses. I kept being asked…“where is the old Friend we knew”. Err still here but wobbly. Sad thing is many people cannot cope, especially when I gave up full time employment. Hey ho.
Besr wishes