Hi Hilary
Welcome! I've got MS too, and actually went on HRT initially because I hoped it might help with my MS symptoms rather than the menopause. I'm happy to say it was worth it:) I had been getting more and more feeble, but within days of starting the patches I began to get some coordination back and now can exercise more to get stronger, especially now the hot weather has ended. I have no intention of stopping HRT anytime soon (I'm 58) and would recommend you ask for them. I'm going away for a few days today, but will be back on Friday, so if you want to talk more please go ahead and I'll see you when I get back.