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Lisa Emrich

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posted 05/12/2009, comments (19)

How to Manage Multiple Sclerosis Relapse: The Use of Solumedrol

What is a Relapse? The definition of an MS relapse (or exacerbation) is the sudden onset of new symptoms or worsened symptoms that last for more than 24 hours and is separated from a previous relapse by at least 30 days. It can be very mild or severe enough to interfere with a person’s ability to function at home and at work.... Read more Chevron

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posted 11/21/2008, comments (27)

Beginner's Guide to MS: Solumedrol, It's All The Rage!!

If you have multiple sclerosis, it just might be possible that you’ve also experienced the dreaded IVSM. IVSM = Intravenous Solumedrol, a treatment which involves really high doses of glucocorticoid steroids, specifically Methylprednisolone.Solumedrol, a potent anti-inflammatory steroid, is used as an emergency treatment for acute... Read more Chevron

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posted 02/29/2008, comment (1)

Take Me Out of the Steroid Game: Implications for MS and Healthcare

Today I'm a bit sick with a health care problem. It involves baseball players using anabolic steroids in the name of their "professional health care". I'm also sick over Roger Clemons' mother advising him to take Vitamin B12 for "health reasons" and to have his personal trainer Brian McNamee, a non-chiropractic... Read more Chevron

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posted 02/19/2008, comments (2)

My First Pregnancy with Multiple Sclerosis

Thirteen years ago this month, I became a Mom. It was one of the biggest, if not the biggest, turning points of my life. We just celebrated my son's birthday with a fun day at a skateboard park followed by a surprise gathering of family and close friends. Thirteen...Wow! About fourteen years ago, after visiting some friends that... Read more Chevron

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