We With MS Must Be the Change We Want to See in the WorldAs recently as 5 years ago, the meme “change must begin with me” hadn’t yet captured us in the chronic community in the way it does now. There has been... By Kim Dolce3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
MS Comic: Will You Still Love Me If...?Talking to a romantic partner about MS can be hard enough, so is there ever a right time to bring up some of the more embarrassing symptoms like bladder or... By Brooke Pelczynski1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Depression Is Not Only SadnessWhen I stop and think about the wide range of symptoms that someone with multiple sclerosis might have to deal with, there’s one that is both extremely common, yet frequently... By Devin Garlit3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments13 comments
Arm Drops Keep Reminding Me of MSI am in the kitchen reaching for an onion when my arm freezes. I am holding a jar of body cream and my arm starts to drop. Whenever one of... By Anita Williams3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments12 comments
Devin's Tips for Cog Fog: Part TwoRecently, I gave some tips on how to combat the cognitive issues that so many of us with MS encounter (see Part 1 here). Here are some more areas to... By Devin Garlit4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
Learning and Experiencing My MSOver the years, I've shared my MS story and experiences multiple times, primarily through my writings. My audience has reached many people - from fellow MS-ers and others living with... By Dianne Scott3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Understanding My Relationship With Stress and MSStress is bad. It’s bad for everyone, but it’s really bad for people living with multiple sclerosis (MS). Sometimes stress can cause a temporary flare-up of MS symptoms, but sometimes... By Matt Allen G3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments20 comments
MS and the Pathway to Resilience During a PandemicAt this point, most of us have known someone who has contracted COVID-19 (and sadly, many of us know someone who has died from it). I can think of several... By Tamara K Sellman3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
MS Comic: Reacting to Life-Altering NewsThe days before and after being diagnosed with MS are a tumultuous, emotional time. Telling loved ones is difficult, and they may react in many different ways. It’s hard to... By Brooke Pelczynski1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
My Black History Influences My Life With MSEach year, we set aside the month of February to honor and revere the grand attributes, various contributions to society, and the wondrous marks of strength, diligence, courage and/or martyrdom... By Dianne Scott3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
My Bladder Urgency and Pain are Sometimes Caused by Infection, but not AlwaysTwo of the many symptoms MS patients can experience are bladder urgency and pain. The feeling that you have to go again right after peeing. Constant pain down in the... By Kim Dolce3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Devin's Tips For MS Cog Fog: Part 1Some of the most devastating symptoms I face because of multiple sclerosis involve my cognitive ability. Like many with MS, cognitive dysfunction has had a major impact on my life... By Devin Garlit3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments9 comments
To Tell Or Not Is Your ChoiceHow many of you struggled with disclosing your diagnosis? Family, friends, coworkers, and other associates were all on the list for people with whom we could share the news. There... By Anita Williams3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
The Sacrifices We MakeFor the most part, I tend to think my life with multiple sclerosis has gone well. Rather, it’s gone as well as it could, I guess. I’ve adapted, and despite... By Devin Garlit3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Settling For the BestAfter a long, fatigue-filled Friday, I opened my eyes early Saturday morning well-rested and hungry. To my surprise, I smelled breakfast cooking. I’m sure it’s scrambled eggs. I like my... By Nicole Lemelle3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments9 comments
All Things Art with the Multiple Sclerosis Association of AmericaFor many people living with multiple sclerosis, creating and admiring artwork is a hobby that allows for expression in a unique and creative way without boundaries. Over the next few... By Multiple Sclerosis Association of America - MSAA2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
MS Comic: Hair Loss & Self-EsteemMany people with MS suffer a hit to their self-image after diagnosis due to feelings of loss or feeling betrayed by their bodies. Some treatments can cause side effects like... By Brooke Pelczynski1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Ferdinand, My Greatest MS HeroThis past week, I came home from my monthly infusion of Tysabri to find something strange: a tooth. I was a bit perplexed at first before I realized it belonged... By Devin Garlit3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments15 comments
Who Needs Sleep? I Need Sleep!I have written quite a bit about my multiple sclerosis symptoms. I have mentioned tinnitus, spasticity, gastrointestinal problems, muscle weakness, and muscle spasticity. I have shared far more about myself... By Anita Williams3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Has My Illness Stolen My Future?When it comes to my life with multiple sclerosis, one thing has become very clear: In order to thrive in my day to day life, I need to have my... By Devin Garlit3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments12 comments