A New Look for How I Control My MS BladderI will admit that I am vain. I care about my appearance and like to look nice, but I never thought I would need Botox less than a month after... By Dan and Jennifer Digmann3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments63 comments
There's No Break With Chronic IllnessOne of the toughest parts about having a disease like multiple sclerosis is that it never goes away. Sure, some symptoms may ease up, but it never leaves. Many folks... By Devin Garlit3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments24 comments
MS Life: Adaptive Clothing and Fashion HacksOne of my favorite reality shows is Project Runway. I love watching these designers, under the crunch of limited time, materials, and budget, create beautiful garments literally from thin air... By Tamara K Sellman3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
The Challenges of Going It Alone With MSEven under the best of circumstances, living with a disease like multiple sclerosis can be extremely challenging. The thing is though, there are an awful lot of folks fighting this... By Devin Garlit4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments21 comments
A Lesser Known Symptom of Sensory OverloadMy Big Mac Meal order flashes on the screen while a disembodied voice booms “$8.36 at the first window.” “Thank you,” I say cheerfully, and pull forward in the drive-thru... By Kim Dolce4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments35 comments
Seasons Greetings, MS: Blessed to Enjoy Another HolidayThere are some people that are just 'over' the holidays. The pandemic and its risks in addition to the recent surges and variants, emotional unrest relative to whether or not... By Dianne Scott2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
You Are When You EatWhen Mr. Big died on a Peloton bike in the Sex and the City redux, fans were outraged, and the manufacturer of the bike was put on the defensive. Peloton... By Gary Chester2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Why Is PPMS Hard to Diagnose?While relapsing-remitting MS (RRMS) causes acuate neurological episodes which can last for hours, days or months, primary progressive MS (PPMS) is more gradual. Symptoms continually worsen over time and can... By Mike Russell3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments14 comments
Equine Therapeutic Riding: A Horse Lovers’ Fantasy Come TrueAs someone with a high level of disability, I floundered for years trying different adaptive sports and activities desperately attempting to find something that gave me joy. Before my MS... By Jenny Angus3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments18 comments
Aspiration, Pneumonia, and Multiple SclerosisIn my long-time battle with multiple sclerosis, I’ve had my share of scary moments, times when MS has impacted me enough to make me have a concern for my life... By Devin Garlit4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
MS Comic: Holiday StressWe all live with stress stemming from many different sources, but the holidays can be an especially hard time. Beyond the regular stress of living with MS, there can be... By Brooke Pelczynski1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Whose MS Is It Anyway?There is much to be said about MS as an identifier. Are you a patient? MS warrior? An advocate? A caretaker? Or is MS not even part of how you... By Fredric Andersson4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
My Bladder Botox Experience(s)Do you ever wonder if there is a better way to treat your MS symptoms? I am always looking for the new and improved processes that are out there. I tried another... By Laura Kolaczkowski3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Keep Floating When Times Are ToughIf you live with multiple sclerosis, at some point, you are bound to encounter some rough times. Maybe you’re having an especially long exacerbation, or you’re fighting for a correct... By Devin Garlit2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments29 comments
MSAA’s Improving Lives Through Art Series Renewed for Spring 2022It may be chilly outside right now, but the Multiple Sclerosis Association of America (MSAA) is looking forward to a wonderful new series of Improving Lives Through Art virtual events... By Multiple Sclerosis Association of America - MSAA2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Thinking Through a Smudge: Part 2Recently, I wrote about some of the ways the cognitive problems I’ve developed because of multiple sclerosis have affected me (including one example that explained how my thinking is like... By Devin Garlit3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
Let's Talk Advanced MS: What We Wish People KnewHere at MultipleSclerosis.net, we are lucky to have engaged advocates and community members with a variety of MS experiences. It is important that we take the time to highlight and... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
MS Comic: Someone to RelateMany aspects of living with MS and receiving treatment for it, can be isolating. Not many friends and family members can relate to the physical pain and emotional toll of... By Brooke Pelczynski1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Coping with Grief During the Holiday SeasonDisclaimer: This article was previously written by Khafre Kujichagulia Abif, a Health Union advocate on H-I-V.net. As we approach the holiday season, we were inspired by Khafre's words and believe... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
MS Life: Hack Your Holiday Baking Here!If you’re like me, you love the sweets and treats the holidays inspire, but you’re not always energetic enough to pull off making them yourself. Or you might be just... By Tamara K Sellman3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments24 comments