Thankfully, David got a steroid that helped him recover his mobility. After a week, he was presented with several options to help him improve. Still, since he was afraid of needles, he chose to make lifestyle changes , including modifying his diet and getting supplementation. Eventually, he started taking drug therapy. Apart from the medicine, the support he got from his father and his family was vital to getting better. David revealed :. Both David and Alan Osmond are trying to encourage other people with the same disease to never lose hope.
They are definitely role models when it comes to overcoming a problematic illness! The information in this article is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. The Osmond family has been a big part of my life. Prayers for you and your son, David. Take care, Sheila Reed Littleton.
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Little did I know that both of you have and are beating the vicious disease that ended up killing two of my uncles. They thought I had it, but apparently I just have fibromyalgia amongst various other chronic illnesses.
I find myself thinking something similar, but slightly different than David did. In the interview it says you wondered if you would ever have what your brother did, but I find myself not wishing myself and the burden of me on someone else. Sadly I lost my husband 7. Sepsis due to urinary tract infections. He had to self cath and cathaters were not given to use once like now. My heart still hurts from this. So sorry for your loss but thank you for being a wonderful caregiver and sharing your insights with others!
I have MS and I have to self cath. I get urinary tract infections at least twice a year now. I was diagnosed with MS in Sept , when I was 40 years old. I would LOVE to see him again while he is here! I also believe that I have MS, it does not have me! Love, Peter James. I love this story I am glad I get the chance to read it honestly its a huge wow from me for such strong men and yes like father like son they are fighter and over all is their FAITH i am member and I believe that is truely what kept you alive is your Faith in the Lord.
And also such talented family too Love this its such an inspiring story for me and also for all the people out there who are facing these kinds of challenges in their lives. Thanks so much David and your Dad. I was diagnosed over 21 years ago, and have secondary progressive MS. Not happening. Sounds pretty bad? We have to Stay Strong! Goodd article! We aare linking to this great article on our site. Keep up the great writing.
Hi Alan, a quick question. Now that they have found that they can improve MS with stem cells and rebuild the immune system. What are your thoughts towards a cure? I have heard of MS. I hope and pray that they can find a cure for it. And one thing that i have learn is prayer is a powerful thing and God does answer all prayers.
I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis 1 month after I turned My grandma is 96 and had it since she was in her 20s. I have been on Copaxone, the first year was daily and now I am on 40 mg, 3 times a week.
It made a tremendous difference for me. Although the fatigue is what really gets to me. When I do too much, I do start to feel weak.
Thanks for sharing Katie and keep up the good fight! Great post. I was checking continuously this blog and I am impressed! I was looking for this particular information for a long time. Thank you and best of luck. I appreciate, result in I discovered exactly what I was looking for. You have ended my 4 day long hunt! God Bless you man. Have a nice day. My mom was watching the Dr Oz show today and I did a search for David and found this article. I have MS also and it gives me hope.
Joely: I am so glad you found our site! We wish you the best in your MS journey — I also have a post in the archives about my best friend who is living with primary progressive MS — check it out! Take care! Your email address will not be published. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Submit Comment. June 17, By Sherri Snelling. Originally published on Next Avenue by Sherri Snelling They say lightning never strikes twice in the same place yet this is exactly what happened to Alan Osmond and his son David Osmond of the famous entertainment family.
After several tests and misdiagnoses, David was diagnosed in with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis , the most common form of MS. He was In critical condition, David was given the steroid Solu-Medrol methylprednisolone.
David took the steroid for a week and then was presented with a series of other treatment options. However, his fear of needles kept him from going forward with any of them, and instead he chose to make lifestyle changes such as diet modifications and supplementation. I was still coming to grips with the diagnosis and was kind of coasting and hoping for the best.
In , he took to social media to let fans know he'd suffered a mini stroke but was recovering. Alan Osmond was the oldest member of the Osmond musical group the siblings' two oldest brothers, Virl and Tom, were hearing impaired and not involved in the band, though Virl, a TV producer, took many of his siblings' publicity photos.
Alan played piano and guitar and also co-wrote many of their songs. After performing with his brothers off and on for decades, Alan Osmond — who served in the National Guard in California in the s and was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in — gave his final performance with the group in at a family concert in Honolulu. Alan married Suzanne Pinegar in ; the couple went on to have eight sons. Their kids formed a band called the Osmond Brothers Second Generation and one of their boys, David, competed on "American Idol" in David was diagnosed with MS in Wayne Osmond was the second oldest brother in the group.
He sang and played lead guitar. He also helped write many of the hit songs alongside Merrill Osmond and Alan Osmond. Wayne Osmond continued to play with his brothers through the '70s and later moved to Branson, Missouri, in the '90s to perform at the Osmond Family Theater alongside some of his brothers.
In , he was diagnosed with a brain tumor, which he was able to beat. In , Wayne briefly left retirement to perform on "The Talk" to celebrate sister Marie Osmond's 60th birthday. He married Kathlyn White in They have three daughters and two sons and 19 grandchildren! Youngest brother Jimmy Osmond rounds out the group.
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