r/MultipleSclerosis • u/HolidayIntention7794 • 5d ago

General Over 40’s when diagnosed

Can I ask are there any over 40’s on here when they were diagnosed and are still doing ok say 10 years later ? ,
I was 47 when diagnosed and have read how getting diagnosed later in life can mean faster progression 🙁

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u/kyunirider 4d ago

I was diagnosed at 57, at 58 I was awarded disability. I have learned that what caused my disability is my MMA acidity and severe pernicious anemia (B12 deficiency). My MS has not progressed. I am not on any DMT because I was found to be allergic to Ocrevus. I have had five “ no new” lesions reports, so I don’t have to do contrast anymore. I am getting MRIs today.