Multiple Sclerosis and NeuroplasticityIf you live with multiple sclerosis, you’ve probably learned, or at least heard, more about the brain and nervous system than you ever imagined. If you haven’t yet, I’m sure... By Devin Garlit3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments33 comments
7 Myths About ShinglesShingles is a viral infection that is often misunderstood. Understanding the myths and misconceptions about shingles can help reduce your chances of getting it. Here are 7 common myths about... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments13 comments
I Have MS. Can You See Me?People with disabilities face many obstacles. Some are physical while others are social. Perhaps you used to jog or surf or play tennis, but you are no longer able to... By Cathy Chester2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Lipstick on a PigLesions got me crazy. Pain derives from what I have become. And there’s no way for it to be measured. Materializing on the inside. That’s where it lives. In a... By Nicole Lemelle2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
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 infection is key to managing MS. Many people... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Spasticity and Legs With a Mind of Their OwnIt's the pleasure of having spasticity which creates arms, hips, and legs that have a mindset to do what they want, no matter what you think. My fellow MS warriors... By Mike Russell2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments40 comments
The Perspective of a Mental Health Professional With MSWe had the opportunity to speak with community member Wanda Komjathy, who is a mental health professional and is also living with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (MS). Wanda specializes in chronic... By Editorial Team 5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments11 comments
MS DrugsThe landscape of treating multiple sclerosis is constantly expanding. There are a few people here at MultipleSclerosis.net who were diagnosed with MS before there was any disease-modifying treatment (DMT) available... By Laura Kolaczkowski2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Multiple Sclerosis and the Right to DieEditor’s note: Trigger warning – This article includes details about assisted suicide. If you or someone you know is in need of immediate help, please call 9-1-1 or the National... By Devin Garlit3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments45 comments
Getting Diagnosed With a Normal MRIOver my years here, one of the most common types of questions we encounter is from someone who has not been diagnosed but seems to be exhibiting many symptoms of... By Devin Garlit3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments37 comments
Certain Healing May Be Possible With MSAfter living with multiple sclerosis for 22 years — I’m counting from my first bout with optic neuritis in 2000 rather than my official diagnosis in 2005 — I have... By Lisa Emrich4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments14 comments
MS in My 20s Part 1: IntroductionAccording to the National MS Society, most people are diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) between the ages of 20 and 50. Regardless of when MS comes about, this is an... By Matt Allen G3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments11 comments
Potential New Method for Early Diagnosis of MSPeople with multiple sclerosis (MS) can have a variety of symptoms. Each person’s experience is unique, which can make diagnosis challenging. Currently, there is no 1 specific test to diagnose... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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 PHN. PHN causes severe pain that can last... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Challenges of Eating HealthyWhen I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis I was inundated with information on how to manage this disease. At the heart of these suggestions was information on how to eat... By Anita Williams4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
ADA Access: Complaints and ComplianceI recently visited my manicurist. She shared that she hoped to hire another nail technician to help her manage her growing client base. This nail technician possessed expert training in... By Tamara K Sellman3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
DrowningOne day I woke up and realized that, after what felt like a year off, I could get back to my kind of normal once more. A year where everything... By Calie Wyatt3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments11 comments
Messaging With a Friend Ushers In MS Awareness Month - And My RealityEach Monday, I enjoy starting my day by texting good morning greetings and well wishes to friends and family. The intent is to hopefully brighten the recipient's day and begin... By Dianne Scott2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Scary Aftermath of Being SickAs I write this, I am recovering from my second bout with COVID-19. Thanks to the vaccine, this was a far different experience than my first time fighting the virus... By Devin Garlit3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
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 United States. Its telltale sign is a painful... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
