Primary Progressive MS
Primary-Progressive MS (PPMS) is a subcategory of Chronic-progressive MS. PPMS has no remissions and progresses gradually from the first onset. Minor improvement is possible once it levels off. Improvement occurs in about 10% of patients.
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Welcome back. If you are just tuning in, we have been lucky enough to interview some prominent MS bloggers who live with Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis. This week, Marc Stecker has joined us. Begin reading with Part One. Our interview continues below with Part Two. Switching gears. There are no proven effective treatments for…
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Lisa Emrich, Health Guide, answered Does anyone here take methetrexate? I… Hi Leslie, In addition to RRMS, I have rheumatoid arthritis (RA). I…
Vicki, Health Guide, commented on MS Progressive Types: Frequently Asked… Hi Cstarr84, I am so sorry to hear your mother is having such a hard…
Lisa Emrich, Health Guide, answered Undiagnosed RRMS and now SPMS or… Hi T, I have encountered other patients who did not consult a…
Lisa Emrich, Health Guide, commented on Multiple Sclerosis Questions at… Thanks, Maris. Each of the bloggers - Marc, Mitch, and Herrad…
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