Category Archives: multiple sclerosis
Relationships and MS…
At some point, most of us are confronted with having to tell someone; whether it’s a significant other, potential partner, friend or family, about our struggles with multiple sclerosis. Choosing to disclose the illness; no matter who is listening, is … Continue reading
Traveling with Multiple Sclerosis
Long lines, delays, mysteriously missing reservations, and lost luggage are just a few of the annoyances that come with traveling. These annoyances are dreadful for everyone, but if you are a traveler with special needs, they sometimes become serious issues. … Continue reading
Posted in chronic disease, Disease, Health, ms, multiple sclerosis, Planning, RRMS, Traveling with MS
Tagged Multiple sclerosis, Planning, Travel, trip
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Gluten Free Diet…And Other MS Cures.
Gluten is a protein found in some grains such as wheat, barley, and rye. There is some controversy pertaining to whether oats should also be added to this group because of possible cross-contamination occurring at some milling facilities. Gluten is … Continue reading
Posted in alternative therapy, chronic disease, Diet, Disease, Health, ms, multiple sclerosis, RRMS, Therapy
Tagged Gluten, Gluten-free diet, Health, Multiple sclerosis, Special Diets, Symptom
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Peer Support for MS Sufferers.
Connecting with another person who knows first hand what we are going through is essential when confronted with a life changing diagnosis such as MS. Peer support groups or peer telephone support are great ways to meet new people that … Continue reading
Receiving a Diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis
The initial diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis (also known as MS) is scary. We feel a wide range of emotions of everything from shock to relief. Typically by the time diagnosis is reached, we’ve been through a battery of tests and … Continue reading
MS flare? When to call the doctor…
For many people suffering with MS, knowing when to call the doctor is a difficult decision. Questions abound as to the significance of symptoms and what exactly is an exacerbation compared to the new “normal” for the patient. An exacerbation … Continue reading
Posted in chronic disease, Disease, Health, ms, multiple sclerosis, Pain, physical pain, RRMS
Tagged Demyelinating Diseases, exacerbation, flare, MS, Multiple sclerosis, Neurological Disorders, relapse, Symptom
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The MS Hug
“MS Hug” is a term used to define a symptom that is generally experienced as a tightening, in spasm, or burning sensation that affects the region of the body anywhere from under the arms to the waist. Discomfort associated with … Continue reading
Posted in alternative therapy, chronic disease, chronic pain, Disease, Health, ms, MS and Working, multiple sclerosis, Pain, physical pain, RRMS, Therapy
Tagged Dysesthesia, MS Hug, Multiple sclerosis, Symptom
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The Psychological Side of MS
Awareness of psychological and emotional issues is important for patients suffering with Multiple Sclerosis. Sometimes the issues are directly related to the disease (an actual symptom) and other times they are secondary to the diagnosis, medication, or the symptoms experienced … Continue reading
Posted in alternative therapy, chronic disease, chronic pain, Disease, Health, ms, MS and Working, multiple sclerosis, Negativity, psychological health, RRMS, Therapy
Tagged Anxiety, Conditions and Diseases, Depression, Health, Multiple sclerosis, Neurological Disorders, Support group, Symptom
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Novartis Confirms Patient Died After Starting Gilenya – Businessweek
Novartis Confirms Patient Died After Starting Gilenya – Businessweek. My greatest sympathies go out to the family of the individual who lost their life. It is still unknown what the exact cause of death was. When something tragic happens we … Continue reading
As the years progress; setting goals…
Tomorrow; 12/13/11, I turn 40. Five years ago; prior to my diagnosis of MS, I made lofty plans for this milestone. I intended to do something exciting, exhilarating, dangerous, and fun. One thought was sky diving. I thought I would … Continue reading
Posted in chronic disease, Disease, Goal setting, Health, multiple sclerosis, Planning, RRMS, Uncategorized
Tagged Goal, long term goals, Motivation, Planning, short term goals
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