2026 MS Awareness Month: Invisible But Not ImaginaryIf you were to look at a photo of someone with multiple sclerosis (MS), what would you see? You might see a...reactions4comments
How I Uncloaked My Invisible MS SymptomsI have lived with multiple sclerosis for 68 years. Long characterized as a snowflake disease, we know that it affects each person...reactions8comments
MS: A Journey of Continuous ChangeWhen I was first diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS), I thought "acceptance" was just a task to check off; something I simply...reactions22comments
Give Yourself Permission to RestI grew up in a house where we always had to stay "busy." Looking back, I guess it kept us out of...reactions24comments
A Decade of MSTen years. It sounds like a long time, doesn’t it? Yet here I am, standing at the anniversary of my multiple sclerosis...reactions20comments
Invisible but not Imaginary Awareness Month GiveawayLiving with multiple sclerosis often means navigating a world of symptoms that others cannot see. This March, for MS Awareness Month, we...reactions35comments
Losing Your Favorite DoctorFinding the right doctor is like finding a lifeline—especially when you’re managing a chronic condition like Multiple Sclerosis. A good doctor is...reactions18comments
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...reactions47comments
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...reactions25comments
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...reactions32comments
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...reactions70comments
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...reactions47comments
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