I saw the neurologist and according to him I do not have Multiple Sclerosis- despite what the doctor who ordered the MRI thought.

He did say my brain was "very mature for it's age" in less polite terms and that I have cerebrovascular disease, I've had several mini strokes in the past, and I'm at very high risk for a stroke and/or heart attack.

I cannot tell you how relieved I am to not have the MS diagnosis- this diagnosis doesn't explain all my symptoms and this doctor said he didn't see anything wrong with my spine whereas the doctor who ordered the MRI did. So, if I can, I'm going to ask for a third opinion on my MRIs- just to be safe.

In the meantime they've put me on six new prescriptions so hopefully I won't have another stroke. They've also given me some painkillers for my fibromyalgia since they don't think it's MS so hopefully that will help very soon because I'm still in pain pretty much constantly at the moment. I can't sleep or even sit comfortably for very long. My legs keep giving out underneath me and I fall 1-2 times a week. I am very, very glad that it isn't MS but at the same time at least it was an explanation. I'm just so tired.

I'm trying to draw when I can just to try and stay in practice but it it's difficult and sometimes painful and if I draw to long I pay for it dearly afterwards. I don't want to only rely on the kindness of others though. I'll try to work on adoptables or something for the time being. I'll use half the profits to go towards refunding anyone who wants it on my current queue.

If you do want to help my gofundme is here. Donations or spreading the word is incredibly appreciated.
https://www.gofundme.com/f/Help-Blithe-Recover

I really appreciate everyone who has helped me, financially or emotionally! I hope I can thank you properly someday. I truly, sincerely don't know what I'd do without you all.

I hope 2026 is a fantastic year for everybody! Hopefully I'll have some sort of art for you soon!