Post by Archief on Feb 7, 2014 13:39:12 GMT
(archief van oude forum oms.yourbb.nl)
libello
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libello
Geplaatst: 16 sep 2013, 16:05
The MRI lesions have regressed to the surprise of the neurologist
On a skiing holiday in August 2007, at 30 years of age, I experienced my first devastating symptoms of the disease that took my Aunt’s life a decade ago. My diagnosing neurologist was reflective of the negative diagnosis so typical with MS, so in frustration, I continued to seek other opinions.
In total, I saw four neurologists. None of them could provide the support that I was seeking and added further to my confusion with the recommendation of four different drugs, lumbar punctures and a clinical trial. Luckily, with the internet as a reference tool, I was guided to the work of Professor George Jelinek and his Gawler Foundation course here in Australia. I attended one in October 2007 – 7 weeks after my diagnosis.
This will forever be the moment that changed the outlook for my future and gave both myself and my family the one thing that had been taken from us – hope. It led to a journey that has opened my eyes to the power of the mind, forced me to evaluate my priorities and empowered me with the knowledge of the body’s ability to heal if given the right tools.
Personally, I have chosen not to take drugs, but have immersed myself in the lifestyle that George has recommended, along with chiropractic treatment. For me, it’s about winning the battle in my head. I’m not always perfect. I don’t meditate as often as I would like to, there are times when I cheat on ‘forbidden foods’ and sometimes I forget to take my vitamin D or flaxseed oil. Slowly, I’m learning not to see these as failures, but to add them to the challenges to overcome as I focus on the bigger picture. It’s all about staying positive and not allowing myself to feel overwhelmed.
After much deliberation, I decided to have a follow-up MRI in December 2008– 20 months after my initial one. The lesions on my spine have regressed – some completely disappearing and showing a ‘significant improvement’ – much to the surprise of the resident neurologist.
As I approach my third anniversary without relapse and living a full and active life, I recognise I still have a long way to go. At least I know now that as long as I stay dedicated, my future will be everything I want it to be and that I will be appreciating every minute just that little bit more.
- Mandy
May 2010
QLD
The MRI lesions have regressed to the surprise of the neurologist
On a skiing holiday in August 2007, at 30 years of age, I experienced my first devastating symptoms of the disease that took my Aunt’s life a decade ago. My diagnosing neurologist was reflective of the negative diagnosis so typical with MS, so in frustration, I continued to seek other opinions.
In total, I saw four neurologists. None of them could provide the support that I was seeking and added further to my confusion with the recommendation of four different drugs, lumbar punctures and a clinical trial. Luckily, with the internet as a reference tool, I was guided to the work of Professor George Jelinek and his Gawler Foundation course here in Australia. I attended one in October 2007 – 7 weeks after my diagnosis.
This will forever be the moment that changed the outlook for my future and gave both myself and my family the one thing that had been taken from us – hope. It led to a journey that has opened my eyes to the power of the mind, forced me to evaluate my priorities and empowered me with the knowledge of the body’s ability to heal if given the right tools.
Personally, I have chosen not to take drugs, but have immersed myself in the lifestyle that George has recommended, along with chiropractic treatment. For me, it’s about winning the battle in my head. I’m not always perfect. I don’t meditate as often as I would like to, there are times when I cheat on ‘forbidden foods’ and sometimes I forget to take my vitamin D or flaxseed oil. Slowly, I’m learning not to see these as failures, but to add them to the challenges to overcome as I focus on the bigger picture. It’s all about staying positive and not allowing myself to feel overwhelmed.
After much deliberation, I decided to have a follow-up MRI in December 2008– 20 months after my initial one. The lesions on my spine have regressed – some completely disappearing and showing a ‘significant improvement’ – much to the surprise of the resident neurologist.
As I approach my third anniversary without relapse and living a full and active life, I recognise I still have a long way to go. At least I know now that as long as I stay dedicated, my future will be everything I want it to be and that I will be appreciating every minute just that little bit more.
- Mandy
May 2010
QLD
bron: www.overcomingmultiplesclerosis.org/Community/What-Others-Say/