Thyroid Issues and MS: How Common Are They?A few years ago, I was in and out of the doctor with constant symptoms of severe fatigue, low immune system, insomnia...reactions7comments
More Life Hacks for MSersNearly 2 years ago I put together a list of my favorite MS tricks and tips, and the responses that I have...reactions12comments
My First Ocrevus InfusionUp until about a year ago, I was doing very well on Tysabri, and it seemed like my relentless wave of relapses...reactions9comments
MS: The Disease of PatienceMultiple sclerosis is a disease that revolves around patience. There are many aspects of living with MS that force you to slow...reactions13comments
"Life Hacks" for MSers“Life hacks” are a popular internet trend right now. They are basically any trick or shortcut that makes life a little easier...reactions36comments
Tips for Minimizing Your Fall RiskFall risks are all around, but when your mobility is impaired, fall risks are amplified. As such, so should be your awareness...reactions9comments
Navigating the Summer with Heat IntoleranceThe arrival of summer always brings along a sense of apprehension for me. I’m a Jersey girl – born and raised. So...reactions10comments
Living Life as a "Manly Man" with MSYes, you have heard it from me, my “Manly Man Life” is now a “I forgot what a Manly Man would do.”...reactions5comments
Side Effects: Choose Your Own Adventure!When treating multiple sclerosis (MS), whether it’s the actual disease itself with DMTs (disease-modifying therapies), or symptoms with prescription medication, you’ll probably...reactions15comments
Shopping for Your Healthcare TeamWhen you are shopping for a big purchase, say a car, for instance, you do your research and find the best option...reactions1comment
Four Ways to Help You Cope with Loss After a MiscarriageI was thirty-four years old when I had my son. After two miscarriages, I thought I’d never have a child. I was...reactions2comments
Inside an InfusionIn the 20+ years since I’ve been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, I’ve witnessed significant advancements in treating the disease. While we don’t...reactions8comments
Never ApologizeI’m Dying! Or at least that’s what I feel like. MS tends to put me in a fragile wavering psychotic state. Between...reactions14comments
Intermittent Self Catheterization: A Male PerspectiveWe all know that MS isn't a one-size-fits-all kind of a deal. However, there are a few symptoms which are more common...reactions13comments
Tips For Better Patient/Doctor CommunicationIf you’re reading this because you have multiple sclerosis or another chronic illness, chances are you see doctors more than the average...reactions6comments
Using Physical Therapy to Stay ActiveMy doctor continues to prescribe me physical therapy (PT). I've been going for a couple of years now. I even have certain...reactions5comments
It's Time to Get Real About Depression and Suicide in the MS CommunityContent note: The following article discusses depression and suicide. If you or a loved one are struggling, consider reading our mental health...reactions43comments
MS and What You Shouldn’t Say to a Person Using a WheelchairI thought I was in a safe space with “my people” that Saturday morning. My husband Dan had dropped me off at...reactions47comments
I’m Not Broken Because I Use a WheelchairI opened my email and read the headline, “Out of the Wheelchair and Onto a Bicycle: Dr. Terry Wahls' Story.” I looked...reactions56comments
The Domino Effect: Summer Heat and MS Symptom Flare-UpsYou would think that living with MS for going on 10 years that I would be used to the challenges that it...reactions41comments
