"It's OK if it's a shock to you" - people share their experiences of diagnosis with MS

Most people clearly remember their own experience of diagnosis with MS and are keen that others have a smoother ride. In this video people share their experiences.

Whether it was a shock or largely expected, being diagnosed with MS can leave you in a bit of a whirl. Looking back, how did you cope? What could you have done differently and what would you suggest to someone diagnosed today? People with MS have taken part in a series of videos to pass on their experience and offer support to anyone who has recently been diagnosed.

Suggestions include:

• "Whatever is right for you, you need to do."
• "Don't feel pressured by yourself or by anyone else around you."
• "Don't scare yourself and just take things one step at a time."
• "Don't make snap decisions."

And some perspectives on diagnosis, now that a bit of time has passed:

• "It's OK if you're not OK. It's OK if it is a shock to you."
• "Every person's MS is different."
• "It's very much about me. My MS is about me."

• Newly diagnosed
• Newly diagnosed - MS Trust YouTube playlist