I was diagnosed at 64 with rrms. I believe that some of the symptoms I have are because of my age (72) not just because of ms
September 10
I. 65 and a grandmotheto a beautifull little girl who only wants bef gramma. To walk
7 days ago
That's a really important question, and it makes sense to want to understand what your diagnosis means for you going forward.
Being diagnosed at 62 does put you in the "late-onset MS" category, and yes — people diagnosed later in life are more likely to have a progressive form of MS rather than relapsing-remitting MS Show Full Answer
That's a really important question, and it makes sense to want to understand what your diagnosis means for you going forward.
Being diagnosed at 62 does put you in the "late-onset MS" category, and yes — people diagnosed later in life are more likely to have a progressive form of MS rather than relapsing-remitting MS (RRMS). Having symptoms all the time, rather than in distinct flare-ups followed by recovery periods, is consistent with that pattern. Here are a few things worth knowing about late-onset MS:
- Progressive MS means symptoms tend to accumulate gradually rather than coming and going
- Disease-modifying therapies (DMTs) can be less effective in older people with progressive MS, partly due to natural changes in the immune system with age
- Comorbidities (other conditions that can occur alongside MS) may complicate treatment decisions at this age
- Cognitive changes, vision issues, and motor difficulties tend to be more pronounced in late-onset MS
The good news is that the immune system does naturally become less aggressive with age, which can mean fewer relapses. However, that doesn't necessarily mean existing symptoms will ease up.
The most important step is having an open conversation with your neurologist about which type of MS you have and what treatment options make the most sense for your situation.
September 10
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