MS Killed It for Me...Before I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS), people used to ask me what I liked to do for fun, and I...reactions19comments
What MS is......MS is: Probably the most important thing MS has been is the thing I’ve pushed against for many years, so I could...reactions1comment
It's OK to Have Breakdowns...Recently, I was talking to another person who is also in this daily fight against Multiple Sclerosis. Like me, she’s had to...reactions12comments
The Invisibility of Chronic Pain...Many people with multiple sclerosis (MS) can manage their pain using over-the-counter or prescription pain medicines, physical therapy, and exercise. But some...reactions5comments
What's your cog fog experience?...I have stopped neurotin a week ago due to side effects, but only took it for 4 weeks....reactions2replies
Ampyra issue...I was diagnosed with Progressive MS last July. Well, I was prescribed Ampyra (which, I was told) is not "technically" a MS...reactions5repliesTreatment
What works for prickly sensation and numbness relief?...I am 62 and diagnosed one year ago. Taken Copaxon for 8 mos. I was very active and exercised on regular basis...reactions1reply
A Change in Symptoms and What I Did About It...“Would you like to use a hat?” the lab tech asked. She had just drawn two vials of blood, and the last...reactions1comment
Target On My Back...Most of my symptoms are invisible. I do, however, have one symptom that likes to come out at the most inopportune times...reactionscomments
Flexible Jobs for Chronic Conditions...Here is an episode of the FUMS Podcast Show that deals specifically with finding flexible employment opportunities that work well with our...reactionsrepliesWork & Employment
Social Security Disability Benefits & MS...I wanted to share the latest FUMS Podcast Show episode - all about applying for SSDI when you have MS. It's really...reactionsrepliesCommunity Resources
What Causes Cognitive Dysfunction?...Everyone living with MS knows that mobility challenges are just a small part of the challenges we face, even though they tend...reactions37comments
When will I EVER get an answer!?...Progressively over the past 18 months, I have been losing fine motor skills. Have had horrible aching, sharp pain and loss of...reactions2replies
Does anyone experience ringing ears and a dull ache?...I have ringing ears and sort of a dull ache. Sometimes in my jaws. Is this MS?...reactions4replies
Feel Me, Don't Fix Me...What’s so hard about peace, love and understanding? First, my apologies to Nick Lowe, who composed the 1974 Elvis Costello hit “What’s...reactions1comment
Tips for Minimizing Your Fall Risk...Fall risks are all around, but when your mobility is impaired, fall risks are amplified. As such, so should be your awareness...reactions9comments
Trouble Eating Soup?...I’ve read so many stories from those with MS trying to have soup, and I decided to share my ‘fix.’ I love...reactions1comment
What are your tips for finding a good specialist?...Have you found a good neurologist specializing in MS or other specialist? Share your tips with fellow community members! If you haven’t...reactions9replies
What Selma Blair's Announcement Means To Me...If you have Multiple Sclerosis, you’ve likely heard that this past weekend, actress Selma Blair announced via Instagram that she has been...reactions8comments
Does anyone else get frustrated at people thinking we have Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME)?...When I say MS, people I think don't realize MS is very different from ME (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis, commonly known as Chronic Fatigue...reactions1reply
