At my last MRI (about a year ago), I did not have any new lesions in the brain but did have some lesion activity in my neck. It almost looked like two previous lesions had grown into each other, then spanning three vertebrae C4-C6 and measuring 3cm (which is huge!! in such a small space). There were two other much smaller lesions present as well, but the neurologist is pleased with the overall efficacy of Copaxone for me. It seems to be working well.
Do I still have symptoms? Yes. Do I regret my decision? ABSOLUTELY NOT. Have I had difficulties along the way? YES, for an example read my previous posts “Health Insurance Protects from Catastrophic Costs (!?!)” and “How am I Going to Pay for This?”
There are programs designed to help patients obtain their prescriptions, including MS-related disease-modifying treatments. But each person’s experience with these programs may differ. For a list of programs available see “Beginner’s Guide to MS: Need Help Paying Drugs Bills?”
Overall, I’m very pleased with my choice and it seems to be working well for me. The decision is a personal one and nobody should feel pressured into making an uncomfortable choice. Each person has their own preference and prejudice. I hope that gaining knowledge helps you in your choice.
If you have any questions about my experience, please feel free to ask in the comment section. Also, I encourage you to share your experience. Thanks for reading and being part of our community.
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