Woman Reveals 4 Symptoms She Ignored Before Multiple Sclerosis Diagnosis
Summary
A woman named Becky Lee ignored several symptoms for years before being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS), a disease that affects the nervous system. She first noticed symptoms in 2015 but received a formal diagnosis after eight years.Key Facts
- Becky Lee experienced early symptoms like chest tightness, blurry vision, dizziness, and fatigue starting at age 22.
- She initially thought her symptoms were caused by ordinary issues, like heartburn or an ear infection.
- Doctors first diagnosed her with clinically isolated syndrome (CIS), which can be an early stage of MS.
- She had recurring symptoms including muscle spasms, an "MS hug" (tight chest sensation), and weakness on her left side.
- MS affects nearly 1 million people in the United States and about 2.8 million worldwide.
- Lee’s diagnosis took eight years after her first symptoms appeared.
- She continues to experience symptoms like chronic fatigue and blurry vision.
- Lee now raises awareness about MS and its early signs.
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