- Resources
Multiple Sclerosis And The Flu
- Multiple Sclerosis - Lifestyle Changes
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Prognosis
- Symptoms
Lifestyle Changes
People with multiple sclerosis should make every effort to preserve their general health. A healthy diet, sufficient rest, establishing priorities to conserve energy, and developing emotional support networks can all be very helpful.
Dietary Factors
Some dietary suggestions for patients with MS include:
- Drink two quarts of water a day and avoid caffeine-containing beverages, which are actually dehydrating. This helps avoid constipation (although may cause difficulties in patients...
More information on "Multiple Sclerosis And The Flu"
From Our Experts
Are You Having Cognitive Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis?
This is the first installment of a two part series on the cognitive symptoms associated with MS. While much attention is placed on the... Read more »
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... Read more »
The Multiple Sclerosis TapestryInterviews With People Whose Lives are...
It was during my limbo days prior to my official MS diagnosis that I stumbled upon a charismatic lady named Diane J. Standiford. I was... Read more »
Multiple Sclerosis Resources from Multiple Sclerosis Central
You've found a great site for multiple sclerosis information and community. We have much to offer to people who having been living with... Read more »
How Multiple Sclerosis Taught Me Patience with Situations, in...
Patience. It takes a great deal of it to survive this world. Unfortunately, most of us are born without much, if any at all. For the most... Read more »
From Our Sources
Multiple Sclerosis: Drug Treatment
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
People with multiple sclerosis should make every effort to preserve their general health. A healthy diet, sufficient rest, establishing priorities to... Read more »
Multiple Sclerosis: Treatment
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Interferon Beta DrugsInterferons (so-called because they interfere with viral replication) suppress inflammatory factors in the immune system that... Read more »
Multiple Sclerosis Diagnosis: Next Steps
You've received the diagnosis. You have multiple sclerosis. Where do you go from here? Your personal physician will be your first source of... Read more »
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
When To Call A Professional Call your doctor immediately if you have symptoms of multiple sclerosis. Prognosis A minority of those with multiple... Read more »
Multiple Sclerosis Diagnosis: Sharing the News
The months or years of mystery have been solved. In many ways, you feel relief at having been given the diagnosis at last. MS...multiple... Read more »
8 Multiple Sclerosis Treatments and Their Side Effects
Corticosteroids Since 2007, high doses of intravenous corticosteroids such as methylprednisone have been the first-line treatment for the prevention of disability from acute MS attacks. Osteoporosis and reversible short-term memory loss have been...
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
