Health Expert Steve shares health management news and commentary at HealthCentral.com. HealthCentral.com is one of the top health destinations on the Web, with more than 35 condition-specific, wellness and general health Web properties. http://www.healthcentral.com/profiles/c/380863/index http://www.healthcentral.com/profiles/c/380863/rss self application/xml en-us 15 120 19 http://www.healthcentral.com/images/hc_logo_sm.gif http://www.healthcentral.com/profiles/c/380863/index http://www.healthcentral.com/multiple-sclerosis/c/380863/121549/power Thu, 07 Oct 2010 22:35:00 -0400 Steve I know the title of this SharePost seems a bit clichéd, but if you have read any of my previous articles then you will know how important optimism and a positive sense of control is in the overall portfolio of remedies for MS that I employ.    Let me share with you an experience I had this summer that may seem a bit difficult to believe, especially to those confronting the physical and emotional challenges of MS.  But... http://www.healthcentral.com/multiple-sclerosis/c/380863/121549/power http://www.healthcentral.com/multiple-sclerosis/c/380863/120836/lost Tue, 28 Sep 2010 12:40:00 -0400 Steve Is it possible to regain lost function?   Now with that said, let me also provide caution that everyone's MS unfolds in different ways, but for me, the answer is yes. Let me explain.   I've had MS for 17 years and like most people with primary progressive was seeing consistent erosion in physical capability. About three years ago I switched from one of the A-B-C drugs and took a chance with Zenapax (Daclizumab), which had an... http://www.healthcentral.com/multiple-sclerosis/c/380863/120836/lost http://www.healthcentral.com/multiple-sclerosis/c/380863/112752/dad Thu, 03 Jun 2010 09:06:00 -0400 Steve In honor of Father's Day, this post presents my three daughters' perspectives on the good and bad of having a dad with MS.  As you will read, the girls view MS as both a blessing and curse. They provide heartfelt insights as to the dissapointments and  inspiration they've drawn from having a dad with MS.   My daughters have been so kind and compasssionate as they've been part of a journey they did not choose to... http://www.healthcentral.com/multiple-sclerosis/c/380863/112752/dad http://www.healthcentral.com/multiple-sclerosis/c/380863/107537/drug Mon, 29 Mar 2010 14:48:00 -0400 Steve The scientific advances, research and clinical trials associated with the diagnosis and treatment of MS are accelerating at an amazing pace.  It seems as if every day brings exciting news regarding improved medicines, restorative therapies and diagnostic techniques. This SharePost will focus on five advances that hold promise to restore hope and function for those dealing with the challenge of MS.  Please note that... http://www.healthcentral.com/multiple-sclerosis/c/380863/107537/drug http://www.healthcentral.com/multiple-sclerosis/c/380863/101892/epic Tue, 26 Jan 2010 10:44:00 -0500 Steve The word "epic" is not necessarily one you'd use when describing the impact of multiple sclerosis on a person's life.  The word's definition includes references to surpassing the ordinary and unusual achievement. EPIC forms a convenient acronym to explain how and why MS has been a blessing in uplifting me to higher levels of:    Empathy Pride Inspiration Commitment   Empathy - I started losing physical abilities about... http://www.healthcentral.com/multiple-sclerosis/c/380863/101892/epic http://www.healthcentral.com/multiple-sclerosis/c/380863/100670/ms Wed, 13 Jan 2010 12:06:00 -0500 Steve Yes, I believe it can be done.  As a person who has been winning the battle for 18 years, I write this blog to provide hope, inspiration and knowledge to those confronting the challenges of MS.   I first encountered the symptoms of MS on New Years Day, 1992 with an onset of Optic Neuritis.  At that time, there were many things that I did not understand about the disease, especially the profound changes it would bring.  Now... http://www.healthcentral.com/multiple-sclerosis/c/380863/100670/ms