MS is a complex condition that affects everyone differently. Symptoms can be unpredictable and vary from person to person or can change over time. Some common early symptoms of MS include:
- Fatigue
- Stumbling more frequently
- Pins and needles, pain or numbness in the skin
- Problems with thinking and memory, including forgetting things, poor concentration or getting lost
- Problems with your eyesight, including blurred or altered vision
What to do if you notice early signs and symptoms of MS
If you’ve been experiencing MS symptoms or haven’t been feeling like yourself lately, help is available. Book an appointment to see your GP (general practitioner) as soon as you can. An early diagnosis can put you in the best possible position to treat MS and delay the condition progressing.
Your GP is your first point of contact to support you and refer you to a neurologist who can organise any further tests if they’re needed.
You can also call us on 1800 042 138 to speak to one of our MS Nurses. They can help you understand if your symptoms might be MS and navigate you to the right services.
Think you have MS?
You can watch our two part series with MS Nurse, Dr Therese Burke AM recorded in May 2024.
Learn more about MS
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