A Day Without MSEvery morning, I wake up and remember that I have multiple sclerosis. It’s not exactly a pleasant surprise, and I often find...reactions46comments
The Emotional Challenges Multiple Sclerosis ProvidesMS can damage us both physically and emotionally. One might think it is one or the other. I’ll once again share my...reactions23comments
When MS Says No, But You Say YesSince my diagnosis in 2016, I’ve often seen MS as a condition that takes things away from me. It holds me back...reactions24comments
Finding Peace Amidst AnxietyFive. That is how many times I ran into things today. Doorways, furniture, or even people are at risk for an impromptu...reactions11comments
How to Recover From VacationVacation should be relaxing. It’s a time to get away for a little rest and an escape from the daily grind. Vacations...reactions11comments
From Itching to IV Benadryl: DMT Infusion ReactionsIn the time that I’ve had multiple sclerosis (MS), I’ve tried quite a few disease-modifying therapies (DMTs). These are medications specifically designed...reactions36comments
MS on TV: Is It Accurately Represented?We were 5 seasons into a show when the main character got unexpectedly diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS). How is this going...reactions49comments
You Can Enjoy Life Despite Being Over 40 When Diagnosed with MSYou probably already know that multiple sclerosis (MS) is most commonly diagnosed in people in their 20s, 30s, and 40s, but can...reactions68comments
Facing Spasticity in PublicOn a bright afternoon, I sit at the corner café, a cozy spot with chairs that don’t quite match and the delightful...reactions9comments
How Do I Know What is From MS?You may know MS is called the Snowflake disease because, similar to snowflakes, no two people with MS are alike. That is...reactions43comments
How to Declutter Your Home When You’re FatiguedMy family and I were planning a move into a new home. Like many other homeowners, we had been working toward this...reactions64comments
Remembering Dianne ScottWe are incredibly saddened to share that MultipleSclerosis.net team member Dianne Scott passed away on December 2, 2024. Dianne was diagnosed with...reactions9comments
Exercising Consistently is Hard, But Care Partners Can HelpOne cannot understate the healthful impact of exercise on our physical and mental well-being. Those who run, walk, swim, or practice yoga...reactions8comments
The Beautiful StruggleThis is for anyone who has ever felt alone. It seems people don’t understand your plight. But I do. Your face is...reactions54comments
My "MS Emergency Kit:" Navigating Life With MS When You’re Not Feeling Your BestLiving with multiple sclerosis (MS) is like living in an area prone to earthquakes. Earthquakes are notoriously unpredictable; you might feel some...reactions5comments
How Well Do You Know the MS Community? Take Our QuizWe’re excited to share the results from our 2024 In America survey, where more than 4,500 people living with multiple sclerosis have...reactions10comments
The Game of Shifting ExpectationsWe all set expectations for ourselves: expectations of when we will accomplish something, expectations that we will remain healthy, or expectations of...reactions16comments
Our Dogs Recognize Our Invisible and Unnamed SymptomsDear MS.net readers, I wrote this one year ago but was not ready to post it yet. Thank you for requesting this...reactions33comments
MS Impacts Those with MS and Those Around YouThose of us with MS are surely impacted every day of our lives, more so for some of us and less for...reactions7comments
I Feel Like I Have MS TodayRoses are red, violets are blue; every day is not a bad day, but some days I have the MS blues.Generally I...reactions14comments
