A diagnosis can feel like a freight train of information. These are the questions that help you find your footing, ask the scary ones, and know what to do next.
Your Questions
What type of MS do I have, and how confident are you in the diagnosis?
Would a second opinion be reasonable? Can you recommend one?
What is my likely prognosis over the next 5 to 10 years?
Is MS going to shorten my life?
What is my risk of eventually needing a wheelchair or mobility aid?
Will my children inherit MS from me?
How soon should I start treatment?
What should I avoid doing while I am figuring this out?
Are there MS support groups, therapists, or resources you would recommend?
Who can I call between appointments if I am struggling?
Could any of my symptoms be from something else we should rule out?
Do I need any other tests now (vitamin D, B12, thyroid)?
How long until we know whether my MS is going to progress quickly or slowly?