Tag Archives: Betaseron

need help deciding on MS meds?

I was recently diagnosed with MS and just saw the specialist yesterday who did not tell me which kind I have but did tell me my flare up is in 2 different areas and not 1 like usaul and wants me to start on meds right away. He sent me home with 4 different meds … Continue reading

If you have Multiple Sclerosis, what type do you have?

I have RRMS and I was diagnosed 11 years ago. I am afraid because I learned that statistics say that after 10 years the 85% of RRMS patients will develop Secondary Progressive. What symptoms do you look for to know things are really going downhill and what new meds are on the horizon? I take … Continue reading

I was diagnosed with Secondary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis.?

My neurologist originally said "primary progressive" and prescribed Copaxone. My insurance company denied the claim. In turn my doctor then asked me a few more questions, diagnosed secondary progressive then prescribed Betaseron injections. Insurance Oked this claim so that is what I have been doing for 2 1/2 years now. What else should I be … Continue reading