MS and ShinglesShingles is a condition that causes painful blisters to develop on one side of the face or body. It affects about 1...reactions31comments
Lipoatrophy in MS PatientsLipoatrophy is the loss of fat under the skin. An affected area may look like a valley or trough in your skin...reactions2comments
What to Know About Lesions and MSMultiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disease. For people with MS, the immune system mistakenly attacks the protective covering on nerve fibers...reactions6comments
Pseudobulbar AffectMany people with multiple sclerosis (MS) experience pseudobulbar affect (PBA). PBA is a neurological (nerve) condition that causes episodes of uncontrolled laughing...reactions5comments
The Connection Between MS and AllergiesThere are many things that experts do not understand about multiple sclerosis (MS). For example, they do not know what causes MS...reactions21comments
What Are “Active” and “Inactive” Multiple Sclerosis?Active, progressive, relapsing? Your doctor may talk to you about these terms, but what do they all mean for you? Multiple sclerosis...reactions11comments
The Latest on MS Clinical TrialsClinical trials are the process we use to test new treatments. Most of the drugs and treatments we use exist because of...reactions7comments
Is Your MS Fatigue Caused by Hidden Sleep Apnea?The research highlighted in a 2019 poster by the American Academy of Neurology arrived at a conclusion that might surprise many of...reactionscomments
The Latest Research on the Epstein-Barr Virus and MSMultiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease that affects almost 1 million people in the United States alone. Doctors do not know what...reactions6comments
Myelin Relies on Good Sleep for Best FunctionMost of us with multiple sclerosis (MS) are constantly on the lookout for things we can do to be proactive about protecting...reactions9comments
How Is MS Fatigue Assessed?Fatigue is one of the most common symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS). Almost 4 out of every 5 people with MS experience...reactions1comment
Are Sciatica and MS Related?Sciatica is pain from an injured or irritated sciatic nerve. This is the longest, thickest nerve in the body. It starts in...reactions14comments
Understanding Vaccine Recommendations and Multiple SclerosisVaccines teach the immune system to protect the body from infection. Because illness can worsen the symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS), preventing...reactionscomments
Differences Between MS & Lyme DiseaseMultiple sclerosis (MS) and Lyme disease are sometimes confused for each other because they both can cause neurologic symptoms. MS can be...reactions15comments
What Are the Different Types of MRIs Used for Multiple Sclerosis?Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is one of the most important and most commonly used tools for diagnosing and monitoring multiple sclerosis (MS)...reactions2comments
Can You Die from Multiple Sclerosis?Content Note: This article describes death and suicide. If you or a loved one are struggling, consider reading our mental health resources...reactions2comments
How to Embrace the Power of the Clinical Trial on International Clinical Trials Day and BeyondWhen we pick up our prescriptions from the pharmacy, most of us do not think about where these drugs come from. Yet...reactionscomments
The Connection Between Chronic Health Conditions and ShinglesThe two most common risk factors for developing shingles are older age and having a chronic health condition that impacts your immune...reactions4comments
Postherpetic Neuralgia Is a Real PainPostherpetic neuralgia (PHN) is one of the most common complications of shingles. Nearly 20 percent of people who get shingles will develop...reactions1comment
What Is Shingles?Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is a common viral infection that affects about 1 out of every 3 people in the...reactions1comment
