Multiple Sclerosis

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@multiple_sclerosis_facts

    After listening to Rachael’s story, I realize how easily Multiple Sclerosis can be misdiagnosed or overlooked. I chose this resource because I have been in that same situation plenty of times. When you struggle and no one can physically see a problem, they assume you are looking for attention or that you are overexaggerating.  It can be so discouraging when all the tests and bloodwork come back normal. Multiple Sclerosis symptoms are never completely the same as another person’s experience, so it is hard to know what exactly to expect in each case. 

 

    Rachael described all of her symptoms as being fatigue, blurry vision, sensory disturbances, and issues with swallowing. We discussed each of these as possible symptoms in our session prep work. All of these symptoms link back to the nervous system, and progress quickly. If her doctors had gone more in depth with her symptoms and listened to her concerns, she could have possibly known years before. I think watching this video can show OTs that we need to have intentional conversations with our clients and their caregivers. This will allow us to learn more about the client, and it will allow for the client to trust us with their care. Although I think I learned a little from this resource, I do think there are resources that go more in depth when discussing Multiple Sclerosis. 

 

Rachael. (2017. April 20). Rachael’s story. PennMedicine. https://www.pennmedicine.org/for-patients-and-visitors/find-a-program-or-service/neurology/multiple-sclerosis/patient-stories/rachael-story



 

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