PATIENT TIPS: Going Out

"People aren't sure what you can and can't do anymore so they just don't invite you out. If they would let me explain, they'd understand that I can still do everything I used to, I just get tired more easily.

Everyone's used the excuse of being "completely knackered" to get out of doing something, but its not until you have MS that you actually realise how debilitating fatigue can be. It's not just feeling tired that can stop you enjoying all the activities you used to, such as Saturday shopping, nights on the town and cinema trips.

Many people with MS complain that their social life suffers after being diagnosed, a combination of friends and family not comprehending your needs and you having to adjust to your symptoms. You feel the same inside, you still want to go out and party the night away, or go shopping with friends on a Saturday now and then, and you can by listening to your body's signals."