What will happen to me?
One of the most difficult things to cope with for people with multiple sclerosis (MS) is the uncertainty of what will happen to them in years to come. MS is a very unpredictable condition and difficult at times for everyone. You might find you learn how to deal with the symptoms of MS early on. But the thing that can be more frustrating is not knowing when they are going to happen again.
What is known is that MS in itself is not life threatening. Life expectancy for people with MS is similar to that of the general population. For most people MS progresses gradually over many years so you have time to adjust to the changes that are happening to you. There will also be periods where you will have no symptoms at all, and times when symptoms are so mild that they may not interfere with your life.
Take control early
While it takes time to deal with your initial reaction to a diagnosis of MS, it’s important to think about the treatment available to you sooner rather than later. By starting treatment with disease-modifying treatments (DMTs) early, you have a better chance at reducing the number of relapses you have and delaying the progression of future disability and of coping with any day to day symptoms you may have. This will help you lead a full and more active life.
About MS
Find out more about MS, symptoms and diagnosis.
Treatment options
Details on the treatments available for MS, including disease-modifying treatments (DMTs).
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