I have known for a little more than 10 years my Multiple Sclerosis is no longer considered relapsing remitting. 10 years ago that information was very hard to hear.
I remember thinking, “Sure whatever, doc. Like you know for sure that I now have secondary-progressive MS. Seriously.”
But he did, and now I think I understand why.
As many of us know, MS can be categorized as relapsing-remitting, characterized primarily by relapses; progressive-relapsing or secondary-progressive, with...
There is a lot of talk about research and medical advances in the treatment of multiple sclerosis, but I would like to return to the... Read more »
I have noticed a trend in our monthly MS Town Hall Meetings: Despite (or maybe because of) the potential risks involved with the newer... Read more »
The woman was tiny, probably 4’11” and all of 90 pounds or so. She looked to be about 70 years-old and had a pleasant face and a warm... Read more »
With a few added pounds left over from Thanksgiving, we've plunged headlong into the hustle and bustle of Christmas and the New Year. While... Read more »
In the last couple of weeks, I've been on an upswing and feeling much better. I'm walking without a cane, driving myself, and have no sign... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
The goals of treatment for multiple sclerosis are:Modify the disease course by reducing the number and severity of relapses (also called... Read more »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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