How many veterans have been diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis?

2015-04-26T15:28:42-04:00

I left the Army in April 2010. In March 2013 I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. I had been displaying symptoms since December of 2009. I was wondering if there are any other Vets out there who seraved in recent years who have been diagnosed with MS? One of my best friends in the Army was also diagnosed with MS. We served in the same unit and deployed to the same places in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Response by SFC Mark Merino made Apr 26 at 2015 3:39 PM

2015-04-26T15:39:17-04:00

First of all, thank you for your service and I will add you in my prayers. I had a good friend who was deployed with me that was one of the greatest Blackhawk pilots I ever knew. Late in his career, he was diagnosed with MS and medically retired. God bless you and keep you.

Response by TSgt Joshua Copeland made Apr 26 at 2015 3:55 PM

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I do not, but my mother in law does. She has had it for 20 years and for the most part it can be managed fairly well with drug therapy. Finding the right cocktail that works for you may take some time so don't get discouraged! Ohio actually has a wonderful MS Society (MIL lives over in the Cleveland/Akron area) that has some great programs!

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 26 at 2015 5:25 PM

2015-04-26T17:25:58-04:00

Hi, Staff Sergeant Casiano.

I was diagnosed just after 9/11, but I had symptoms in 1999. They would come and go, and I thought I was cured, so they didn’t come and stay until 2001. The AF retired me in April of 02. The VA paid for me to go back to school, and I finished my Bachelors’ degree in 2006, and my Masters’ in 2010. I’m an analyst with ATF now.

The best and most immediate thing you can do is get started on one of the disease modifying agents that will inhibit the progression of the disease. I’ve included a link for twelve of them. http://www.nationalmssociety.org/Treating-MS/Medications

Sorry about your diagnosis. Hang in there.

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 26 at 2015 5:27 PM

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You should watch this:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1QqSxFqBnMA

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 26 at 2015 5:35 PM

2015-04-26T17:35:12-04:00

An Air Force brother was diagnosed w/ MS right before he was scheduled for separation. They stopped his separation, extended his enlistment and then medically retired him.

Edit: Crappy grammar

Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 26 at 2015 6:45 PM

2015-04-26T18:45:25-04:00

If possible it might help seeing someone who specializes in the treatment of MS. Not sure I would trust the VA with the best advice or treatment.

Response by SN Dennis Paulsen made Apr 26 at 2015 6:50 PM

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I was diagnosed with ms in 90 Bethesda nnmc. After being rated at 100% in 93 from the VA. I just recently was dropped to 30%. Claiming I have been faking for 25 yrs. and I have all the medical proof from the Navy , NIH, Walter Reed, DC VA. And I move to SC and they decrease my benefits to $ 500 a month. I haven't been able to work since 93

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 26 at 2015 8:18 PM

2015-04-26T20:18:20-04:00

Montel Williams

Response by SSG Richard Reilly made Apr 27 at 2015 2:21 PM

2015-04-27T14:21:13-04:00

302.4 Soldiers have been diagnosed with MS. However As I quote Abrham Lincoln;

"66% of statistics on the internet are made up 42% of the time by 90% of the people."
-Abraham Lincoln, 1866.

But really I don't know But like agent orange if more people start to develop their might be a class action claim.

Response by Cpl Lisa Castor made May 17 at 2016 12:21 PM

2016-05-17T12:21:28-04:00

Well. I was not deployed to Afghanistan or Iraq ( I happily would have but was not chosen). However, when our marines returned still in their desert cammies/boots we all crammed into the hangar at attention for hours with us by their sides to listen to the sgt major speak to the news and after we all hugged and kissed and were all so, so happy to finally see one another again. ( we had missed them so terribly). I believe that whatever chemicals or illnesses they returned with followed them back and they were shared with us.

MI have MS (26 brain lesions) and I was very sick with mycoplasma pneumonia for a year 1St. I believe I got those illnesses from neing in direct contact with my fellow mariens when they 1st retired and were still highly infected

Response by CPL Zach Spurloch made Jun 17 at 2016 11:11 PM

2016-06-17T23:11:34-04:00

You have more than likely been given a vaccine containing the adjuvant "Squalene". Check out "Vaccine A" by Ken Matsumoto. Anyone that has served from 1987 to present should read this book. It details the military's anthrax vaccine given to troops without their knowledge of its harmful and deadly effects. Thousands of troops have been diagnosed with SLE, Lupus, chronic fatigue syndrome, gulf war syndrome, MS, fibromyalgia, tachycardia, sepsis, and auto immune diseases due to the squalene adjuvant.

Response by SGT Kevin Adams made Jun 17 at 2017 11:30 AM

2017-06-17T11:30:05-04:00

I have recently been diagnosed, and currently going through the med board process after having symptoms since 2014.

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 22 at 2017 1:25 PM

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I am a 64 year old female, I was diagnosed of Multiple Sclerosis (MS) in 2008 (MRI), my symptoms started out with severe fatigue, poor balance, numbness, double vision, heat intolerance and anxiety. I was unable to go back to work, I tried Betaseron for about 6 years. Tried every shot available, all made me sick.

In November 2015, I started on Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Herbal formula from NewLife Clinic, the treatment worked incredibly for my MS condition. I used the NewLife MS Herbal formula for a total time period of 4 months, it totally reversed my Multiple Sclerosis. I had a total decline of all symptoms including vision problems, numbness and others. Sometimes, i totally forget i ever had Multiple Sclerosis.

Visit NewLife Clinic web-site ww w. newlifeherbalclinic. com. I am very pleased with this treatment. I eat well, sleep well and exercise regularly. My attitude is extremely positive.

Response by SA Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 24 at 2018 11:40 AM

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I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis at age 50. I was still mobile but use a cane. I had balance issues and some falling. I only took baclofen as the injectable medicine did not seem to help. I was about to try other oral medicines.There has been little if any progress in finding a cure or reliable treatment. My multiple sclerosis got significantly worse and unbearable because of my cognitive thinking.. Last year, i started on a natural multiple sclerosis Herbal therapy from Mbeki Herbal Clinic, i read a lot of positive reviews from patients who used the treatment and i immediately started on it. I had great relief with this herbal treatment. I am doing very much better now, no case of Cognitive thinking or memory Loss,, my multiple sclerosis condition is totally reversed. Visit Mbeki Herbal Clinic website ww w. mbekiherbalclinic. com. This treatment is a miracle!!

Response by SA Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 24 at 2018 11:40 AM

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Response by PFC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 15 at 2018 9:50 PM

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I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 95 but had my first symptoms in 87. I tried Betaseron for about 6 years or so. In 2012 I went to a care facility, life was too difficult at home for my husband and family. I have tried several types of medications. I thought you just have to let it run its course; both my legs were spasming mostly at night which makes sleeping difficult.My multiple sclerosis got significantly worse and unbearable because of my cognitive thinking.. I lost touch with reality. Last year I started on the Multiple Sclerosis natural herbal formula we ordered from GREEN HOUSE HERBAL CLINIC, We spoke to few people who used the treatment here in Canada and they all gave a positive response, my symptoms totally declined over a 7 weeks use of the Green House multiple Sclerosis disease natural herbal formula. I am now almost 73 and doing very well, the disease is totally reversed! (Visit their website www . Greenhouseherbalclinic . com) I am thankful to nature, herbs are truly gift from God. I will keep sharing more awareness, Share with friends!!

Response by PFC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 20 at 2018 9:45 PM

2018-03-20T21:45:51-04:00

After my Multiple Sclerosis diagnosis 2 years ago, i stopped all the Multiple sclerosis medicines prescribed due to severe side effects, and decided to go on natural herbal approach. My primary care provider introduced me to Rich Herbs Foundation and i immediately started on their Multiple Sclerosis herbal formula treatment, this herbal treatment has made a tremendous difference for me. My symptoms including shaking, muscle weakness, fatigue, mood swings, numbness, double vision and urinary retention all disappeared after the 4 months treatment! Their website is ww w. richherbsfoundation. com. Its just amazing!