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How 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...

For 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...

After 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...

For 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...

Many 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...

This 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...

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...

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...

“You never know what kind of monster is hiding behind a friendly smile.” This quote was found in a book I recently read. I am a sucker for books that...

Dating with MS can be difficult by itself. But even when a person with MS finds someone who they connect with who also accepts their MS, the challenges don’t end...

From my very first exacerbation (that I know of) to just a couple days ago, falling has been a pretty consistent problem for me. While I’ve discussed the causes of...

Three simple words: good for you. These words are special to me because they do not ring with judgment but only encouragement. These words also make me feel more relaxed...

Those who are familiar with MS and heat sensitivity might assume that cold weather is better for people with MS. For some, cooler temperatures does bring welcome relief – unless...

A couple of weeks ago, I was scheduled for my yearly MRI. The standard "make sure everything is stable and that my medication is still working" type that most people...

Have you ever heard someone use the metaphor “opening Pandora’s box?” It is often used to refer to big trouble that can arise from something small. I am not a...

Ralph Waldo Emerson said, "This new day is too dear, with its hopes and invitations, to waste a moment on the yesterdays." But, with due respect, Mr. Emerson didn't have...

When it comes to the treatment of multiple sclerosis, I’ve long been a believer in a multi-discipline approach. Obviously, a good neurologist is critical in fighting the disease. However, our...

Many people in the MS community talk about wearing a “mask” that hides how they are really feeling. On days when fatigue and pain plague them, they still go through...

Folks, if your medical care has gone anything like mine, you have probably met at least one doctor that you wanted to throttle right there in the examining room. Take...

Whether it’s progressing quickly or slowly, the unpredictability of multiple sclerosis can really lead you to question yourself. Am I fatigued or am I just tired? Did I fall because...