The Desecration of Sense of Self Red used to be my favorite color as a child. I used to see myself as a rose with various shades of vibrant red throughout my many petals. The rose...reactions56comments
As The World Reopens, Remember Those With Chronic IllnessAfter a very long year, it feels like we are finally starting to turn the corner with regard to the pandemic. For many people who suffer from a chronic illness...reactionscomments
MS Comic: InjectablesTreatments for multiple sclerosis vary in their delivery methods. Medications can be given intravenously in infusion centers, some medications are simply a pill and some medication treatments need to be...reactions10comments
Taking A Break From MS With CocomelonMy daughter recently became the Godmother of an adorable 1-year-old. Suddenly, I was reintroduced to the world of sippy cups, diapers, busy fingers, wandering little feet - and introduced to...reactions10comments
No Rest From MS in a Rest Area Restroom“So it starts on Mark’s birthday. Are you coming with me?” That was the first sentence to come out of Dan’s mouth after nearly 15 minutes of uncomfortable silence. Uncomfortable...reactions23comments
Hair Hurt? Mine too! Here's How It Feels And What Might Be Causing ItMultiple sclerosis can cause some pretty weird symptoms. After having it for a while and comparing notes with others, we can easily identify the common symptoms such as fatigue, pain...reactions80comments
MS Comic: Googling SymptomsWe've all been there. A new symptom appears and either due to embarrassment, confusion, or the lack of an available trusted person to ask, we turn to Dr. Google. Most...reactionscomments
Community Views: How to Treat MS PainsomniaLife with MS is draining! On top of the fatigue - which feels like trying to go through life while constantly swimming in quicksand - everything seems so much more...reactions1comment
Part 2: Sex with a Chronic ConditionLiving with MS can affect every aspect of your life, including your sex life. There are so many misconceptions when the topics of chronic illness and sex converge, making it...reactions3comments
Darkhawk: An Interview About Marvel's New Superhero With MSWhen you think superhero, what usually comes to mind is a pretty intimidating power pose and hefty muscles that can make any villain a little uneasy. And what about those...reactions14comments
Becoming a Self-Advocate"No, it isn't. Eat more fiber." Those words from my new neurologist spurred me to greater action. It was these words that struck me and shook me. I soon found...reactionscomments
How People With MS Can Prepare if Disaster StrikesA large-scale earthquake recently struck Haiti. We're constantly reading and inundated with what this world is facing when it comes to natural disasters. Simultaneously, I found a note reminding myself...reactions24comments
Shout, Shout, Let It All Out: Moment of Frustration Day Is Here!Way back when the leaves just beginning to change and we began to feel a crispness in the air, a special day was documented. On October 12, 2021, marked an...reactions3comments
How to Tell Your Child About MSChildren are more observant than many folks believe. They notice our behavior and often copy it. If one of their parents acts differently than other people, they are likely to...reactions3comments
MS Comic: Coffee DateNumbness of the face, body or arms, and legs is one of the most common symptoms of MS. It may be the first MS symptom a person experiences. If you...reactions3comments
Part 1: Sex With a Chronic ConditionWhen you have a chronic illness like MS, sex can involve a complicated mix of feelings, emotions, and practical considerations. A diagnosis can turn your entire world upside down –...reactions7comments
Embracing My New MS BodyI have HATED my body for the majority of my life - from head to toe. I hated it all, and I struggled with my developing body. All the curves...reactions16comments
When MS Makes a Liar Out of MeThroughout my life, I have always strived to be a very honest person (if you’ve read much of my writing, you might even say I’m a bit too honest). However...reactions40comments
Steroids, Bed Rest, and DrugsDark grey walls. No pictures. Outdated pamphlets on an aged corner table. Nothing has changed in the two years since I have been seeing this neurologist. The receptionist called my...reactions5comments
You Have MS. You Got the COVID Vaccine. Are You Protected?My wife, who has MS, has been taking immunosuppressant medications for more than two decades. She was among the first in line to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. The vaccines are...reactions14comments