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Adrian

Adrian

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I have MS now 10yrs. and my life partner had a stroke back on 9/23/11 ... I am looking for support for my well being as well as how to cope with his anger issues ..

Coping with being a caretaker for a stroke survivor

Hello - you all know me as AGSerra .. I have been a caretaker now since 09/23/2011 for my ex-husband .. I am seeking support chats on how to handle my own anxiety while he is recovering due to his anger issues .. I know it has to do with co-dependency and that scares me as so many times I want to just pack it in as I have in the past and leave but... Read moreChevron
Lisa Emrich

Lisa Emrich, Health Guide

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Musician, Patient Advocate, Author of 'Brass and Ivory' blog, and Founder of the 'Carnival of MS Bloggers'

Out with the Old, In with the New: The Importance of Expiration Dates on Medications

Do you take note of the expiration dates of your medications, both prescription and over-the-counter?  I must admit that I do not always check the dates printed on the packaging.  But I’m here to tell you that it is an important thing to do.  In recent weeks, our household has encountered a couple of situations where taking... Read moreChevron
Vicki

Vicki, Health Guide

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Health Guide with Secondary Progressive MS and Osteoporosis

Gadgets to Help with MS: Question of the Week

Have you found some software or gadget that is useful in your daily routine?For example, I use voice recognition software because I lost the use of my right hand, and my left hand is not proficient with typing.  What products or gadgets do you find useful when you face new symptom challenges?I now use utensils with thick, rubber handles.... Read moreChevron
Amy Gurowitz

Amy Gurowitz, Health Guide

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Writer, Educational Designer, Non-Profit Founder, Dx in 1988

Destination Unknown: Demystifying Multiple Sclerosis

If you are reading this post, chances are good that you've been diagnosed with MS and have your very own diagnostic tale; a "Where were you when you heard about Kennedy, Lennon, Cobain" story. It's often the first exchange when two people with MS meet.  "Diagnosed, 1988, only took one week after my first symptom," or "Diagnosed last year... Read moreChevron
Lisa Emrich

Lisa Emrich, Health Guide

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Musician, Patient Advocate, Author of 'Brass and Ivory' blog, and Founder of the 'Carnival of MS Bloggers'

M.U.L.T.I.P.L.E.S.C.L.E.R.O.S.I.S - What Would Your Letter Say?

Today’s post is different - a free associative thread of thoughts and contemplation.  Choosing words which begin with the letters M.U.L.T.I.P.L.E.S.C.L.E.R.O.S.I.S., I have written a letter/note to myself and to the community at large.  In writing your own post,what words would you choose?  What would your letter say? M -... Read moreChevron

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