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I've PPMS, 74yrs old, diagnosed in 2010, though contracted it 10years before that, have applied for assessment for Ocrevus, am wondering what my chances are, and outcome if successful
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August 12
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Members responded to a question about whether people over 70 with PPMS have been assessed for or given Ocrevus, sharing a range of personal... Read more

Members responded to a question about whether people over 70 with PPMS have been assessed for or given Ocrevus, sharing a range of personal experiences with the treatment and the healthcare systems that support them. Several members described encounters with neurologists requiring updated MRIs before considering Ocrevus, while one member in their 70s shared that starting Ocrevus was one of their best decisions and brought meaningful symptom relief. A recurring theme was encouragement to advocate for yourself, with members also sharing that insurance coverage, national healthcare subsidies, and DMT decisions vary widely and are worth exploring carefully.

A MyMSTeam Member

@A MyMSTeam Member and @A MyMSTeam Member thank you both for your quick replies to my question, it's much appreciated πŸ™‚
I'm so glad Ruth that things are much better for you, and Mary that the neurologist definitely needs to reassess! Good luck, you're the best person to know whether you're deteriorating!
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August 12
A MyMSTeam Member

Good day, Heather. πŸ‘‹ I was diagnosed with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis in 1998. πŸ“‹ Now I'm 74 years old. πŸŽ‚ I recently began Ocrevus infusions. πŸ’‰ This treatment proved to be one of my best decisions. ✨ It alleviated symptoms I'd endured for yearsβ€”truly wonderful relief. 😊 Ultimately, you decide. πŸ€” Remember: physicians work for you. πŸ‘¨β€βš•οΈ

August 12
A MyMSTeam Member

@A MyMSTeam Member. Well, we've trained our Men, or rather - it's definitely ongoing, to be aware of their talents and gentler aspects of character (most of them know how to use a vacuum cleaner, turn on the washing machine etc).
Some are actually very good chefs - see if you can nobble one, they're usually goodlooking - especially Farmers or Computer Whizzes for some reason.
Good luck!🀞 πŸ€— πŸ€ πŸ™πŸ«‚πŸ’•

August 12
A MyMSTeam Member

@A MyMSTeam Member. your case of misdiagnoses is frequent, I'm sorry that must have been an awful time for you. I do understand, as it seems to be a common occurrence.
I know I'm blessed, most essential Healthcare in New Zealand is subsided, So my MS treatment & meds are all free. Although, if (IF!) I'm assessed I'm going to check.
God Bless you, try to stay strong and have Faith in God - I know He has us in His Hands, although sometimes I do forget that πŸ™πŸ‘‹πŸ’•πŸ«‚πŸ€—πŸ™πŸ™πŸ™

August 12
A MyMSTeam Member

@A MyMSTeam Member thank you for your text, that's very good that you're in your 70s now, No DMTs, and have had no relapses for years.
And that you can still walk!
(I can too, however am totally dependent on my walker, too wobbly without it, you don't bounce when you fall!)
I'm very happy for you Cherilou, and I wish you a smooth MS journey πŸ‘‹πŸ€—πŸ™πŸ’•πŸ™‚ and a lovely weekend ❀️

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