Dating with a Disease – Part Three: Intimate Issues (Doing It Dilemmas)As I continue on in my series about dating topics, I may not being going in any particular order. I may also...reactions4comments
Exercise Should Be My FriendIt used to be people diagnosed with MS were most likely facing the eventual loss of walking. Then along came the disease-modifying therapies. Like...reactions3comments
The Risks and Joys of Pregnancy with Multiple SclerosisA recent article in People magazine tells the story of a young newlywed struggling with fertility problems. After finally becoming pregnant the...reactionscomments
The Hot and the Cold of It: How Temperature Changes Can Affect My MS BodyI’m not going to tell you what you should do about this. It’s not that I’m holding out on you, it’s just...reactions26comments
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...reactions1comment
Don't Apologize For Having FunFor most people, despite appearances, living with Multiple Sclerosis isn’t easy. We’re plagued by severe fatigue, pain, spasms, and a bunch of...reactions22comments
Words MatterThose of us with chronic illness often lament the divide that separates us all. If only people would understand that suffering is...reactionscomments
Depression in MS: The Circadian ConnectionFollowing my MS diagnosis six years ago, I experienced the usual range of emotions: sadness and feelings of loss. Who wouldn’t feel...reactionscomments
Can You Really Not Care What People Think of You?I don’t care what people think. I’ve heard it plenty of times from plenty of people throughout my life. As a kid...reactions2comments
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...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...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...reactionscomments
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...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...reactionscomments
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...reactions27comments
Still Learning How To Live With MSSunday I had a very busy schedule. Something I don't normally do. Because of extreme fatigue, I limit myself in the amount...reactions37comments
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...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...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...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...reactions1comment
