Parenting and FatigueBeing a parent is a tiring job, and usually, life with MS comes with frustrating fatigue and lassitude. Both together can be a recipe for complete exhaustion and feelings of...reactionscomments
Fumbling Word VomitI know it’s been a while since I’ve been able to actually sit down and write an article. Life happens, and there never seems to be enough time or energy...reactions56comments
Stuck In My Own PrisonMy husband and I like to watch a lot of prison shows on television. We are always so interested to see what someone in prison/jail goes through. These men and...reactions63comments
Better ZZZ Might Lead to Surer StridesProblems with gait are fairly common in people with MS. Poor gait describes problems with walking caused by: Problems with walking generate from miscommunication between the brain and the muscles...reactionscomments
Find Out What’s New in MS Research from MSAAWondering what’s new in the world of MS research? Look no further – MSAA is proud to announce the 2019 edition of our annual MS Research Update. The MS Research...reactionscomments
MS Anxieties: Isolation & MisunderstandingIn this series, we discuss causes of anxiety for those facing physical health conditions. Phrases in quotes are the words of our community members across various conditions on what it’s...reactionscomments
Caregiver Perspective: Understanding ImmunosuppressionMy husband, Lynn, began taking Ocrevus (ocrelizumab), to treat his primary-progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS) in March. As his caregiver, one of my responsibilities is to become familiar with his medicines...reactions6comments
The Importance of an InvitationFor many people battling a chronic illness, like Multiple Sclerosis, social opportunities become increasingly difficult to attend. This can become especially problematic in the warmer months, as many of those...reactions26comments
Interview with Neurology Resident Dr. BokhariMembers of our Editorial Team met Dr. Bokhari at the Brain Health Fair organized by the American Academy of Neurology in Philadelphia. Dr. Bokhari was kind enough to agree to...reactionscomments
Can’t Stomach MS? You’re Not AloneCertainly, anyone can have heartburn after eating certain foods, eating heavy meals, or eating late at night. But what about the times you watch what you eat, keep portions light, and...reactions4comments
Check Engine LightI’ve seen a quote circulating on Facebook. It says, “Do you ever feel like your body’s ‘check engine’ light has been on and you’re still driving it like ‘Nah, it’ll...reactions6comments
The Mind Games We PlayLiving successfully with multiple sclerosis requires some effort on the part of the diagnosed. In order to thrive with this disease, you have to try to live as healthily as...reactions6comments
Just Take a Nap!As most people know, multiple sclerosis (MS) comes with a great deal of fatigue. Even after a solid 8 hours of sleep, I can wake up feeling terribly fatigued and...reactions26comments
The IcebergHaving an invisible illness is relatable to seeing an iceberg. On the outside, you can only see the tip. If you don’t take the time to look below the surface...reactions12comments
Insomnia and MS: The Steroid ConnectionYou awaken to discover you have lost sight in one eye. Or you can no longer lift your legs. Maybe you’re experiencing a severe spasm of the ribcage (the MS...reactionscomments
Why I'm Trying to be Kinder and Gentler with Others and MyselfBy now I’m sure y’all are about as fed up with being given unsolicited advice as I am. That said, there is an upside: It gives me a chance to...reactions4comments
Social Security Disability PitfallsOn May 22, 2009, I was a full-time employee. The next day, May 23, I was permanently and completely disabled. So, what happened overnight? Was I struck by lightning? No...reactions36comments
Parenting While Managing a Chronic IllnessWhether or not you have a child, most individuals would agree that parenting is hard. Although there is no right or wrong way to raise a child, new trends, latest...reactions1comment
The Importance of Tracking Your SymptomsWhen you’ve been impacted by Multiple Sclerosis for pretty much your entire life (diagnosed at a young age but also growing up around the disease), it’s hard not to make...reactions1comment
MS Research Spotlight: Ancient Viruses, MS Mimics, Virtual House Calls & MoreMS Research Spotlight covers key research news from the last month. Italian researchers reviewed, in an observational real-world clinical study, the many MS “mimics” and the rate in which MS...reactionscomments