The Fatigue of MS Which Passes All Understanding...It is hard to explain to people the impact of fatigue. I call it a "tsunami of fatigue" which leaves me treading...reactions3comments
How MS Affected My Life...I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis back in 1996. I was working in a hospital in Greenwich Village, New York, and was...reactions1comment
Oh! You, Too?...It was like a brain freeze without the cold part. I was frozen in place and my brain went blank. I had...reactionscomments
Staying Connected in the Winter...Social connection is important in general, but it’s critical when you’re living with a chronic illness like multiple sclerosis. It’s too easy...reactionscomments
Dixie Willis, MA, LPCC, NCC...Dixie was previously a health leader on MultipleSclerosis.net. Dixie Willis is a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate in the state of Colorado, National...
How Do Lifestyle Factors Affect MS Risk?...There is no single cause of multiple sclerosis (MS). Doctors think MS is caused by a combination of genes, environment, and lifestyle...
All Catheters are not Created Equal...Thanks to my neurogenic bladder, caused by a disruption of signals in my spine thanks to multiple sclerosis lesions, I have difficulty...reactions16comments
Faith and MS...I was fearless. I had the world by the tail. I knew what I wanted and went after it. I was successful...reactions7comments
MS Workplace Accommodations Led to a Lengthy Legal Battle...I was diagnosed in October 2011 at 40 years old. I am 53 now, and until mid-2021, I refused to use MS...reactions4comments
Resources for Veterans, LGBTQ+ People, and Other Special Groups...Coping with a chronic health condition can be challenging for you, your family, and your caregivers. You rely on your healthcare team...
Legacy...Over the years, MultipleSclerosis.net has lost powerful voices in the MS community. Hear the stories of those who are no longer with...
Finding Light Through Darkness: Accepting My MS Diagnosis...I read a poem that deeply resonated with me and my 18+ year journey with MS: I kept running away from my darkness until...reactions44comments
Exercising Consistently is Hard, But Care Partners Can Help...One cannot understate the healthful impact of exercise on our physical and mental well-being. Those who run, walk, swim, or practice yoga...reactions8comments
Poking Myself In The Eyes...One day my mom called me a girly girl. In response, I swiveled my head and asked her exactly what she was...reactions2comments
The Nasty Twinge of Jealousy...On the outside, I’ve got that giant smile on, ear to ear, probably even showing a little teeth here and there, as...reactions36comments
My Challenges With Healthcare Accessibility...I was diagnosed with relapse remitting (RRMS) in July 2007. At the time of diagnosis, I was still able to work, drive...reactionscomments
When It Comes To MS, You Can Call Me A 'Hater'...To have or feel a strong aversion, incredible dislike, or extreme disdain of something can sometimes be construed as hate. Hence, the...reactions11comments
My Relationship With MS...In the past, I have been in relationships that were not good and some that were really not good. Whatever the reason...reactions11comments
My Epiphany: What I Realized Going From RRMS to SPMS...As life keeps going, there will be plenty of ‘ah-ha!’ or ‘lightbulb’ moments. Or the sudden realization of something you missed from...reactions7comments
With MS, I Appreciate the Convenience Of Convenience...I’ve never been one to turn a blind eye to practices that were beneficial in helping me to efficiently care for myself...reactions4comments
