Just tired...So this is maybe just a pity party, and if you are already feeling down, don't read! I'm fortunate, I know, but I'm just so tired of having people questioning...Reactions0reactionsComments11 repliesCoping
Locking up a loved one....When is it time to lock up a loved one with M.S.? Advise please....Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesCoping
An MS Story...I was diagnosed a year ago with MS. I have a few questions. I am having headaches at my lesson spot frequently. Is this normal? Every time I ask my...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Clinical Trial Terminology...There are several terms that are commonly used when discussing clinical trials. Here are some that come up often:Adverse event: an undesirable experience associated with the use of a medical...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Clinical Trial Participation...Every clinical trial is designed to look at a specific population, so each participant is required to have certain traits (eligibility criteria) in order to take part in the study...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Clinical Trials...A clinical trial is a research study that is conducted to determine whether a specific medical intervention, such as a treatment, device, procedure, or change in behavior is safe and...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Never Give Up! Never Give In!...So, what does a quote from one of my favorite movies (Galaxy Quest) have to do with MS? I spent 20 years working and participating in two regional science fiction...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Hot, Sweaty Nights (but Not in a Good Way)...Right now most of you are rejoicing that summer is over, because it finally means getting some relief from the symptoms that come along with being overheated. However, I seem to...Reactions0reactionsComments44 comments
More of a question than a story......Long before I was 'officially diagnosed' with MS, I knew it's what I had, having done tons of research about it. My question is this: Is anyone aware of a...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Matt Allen G...Matt Allen G was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) in 2010 at the age of 20. He immediately started blogging about his MS experiences, hoping to raise awareness, inspire others...
Shingles Vaccine...Has anyone received the shingles vaccine? My mother had such a bad case of shingles that she encouraged me to get the vaccine. However, when I went to my local...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesCommunity Resources
No more stairs to do laundry...I've lived in my current house for about 22 years, and have a washer and dryer in the basement, which is getting harder and harder for me to go up...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
New Support Group for Business Owners/Leaders with MS...Hi guys! My name is Robin and I'm a small business owner that owns 3 small business in Southern NJ. Along with the many challenges of running my own businesses...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesCommunity Resources
Don't let it be complicated...just let it be...That sounds so much easier than it it really is, doesn't it? Since my diagnosis in August, 2014 I have struggled with the daily fear of, "Is this the day...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Cold Fingers and Toes: Raynaud’s Syndrome?...So this is something I noticed in 2013 when I first traveled to Ireland. Ireland was experiencing an extended winter, so it was an average of 32 degrees outside. It...Reactions0reactionsComments47 comments
Thanksgiving 2014...I was diagnosed eleven years ago with MS. In the beginning things weren't that bad. Then my disease took a turn for the worst! I thought I was in a...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Finding Resources to Match Your MS Journey...Whether you are newly diagnosed or have been living with multiple sclerosis for many years, MSAA understands that each person's journey with MS is unique. We also know it can...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Needing help after giving it all out...As a physician, I have worked my whole life to make other people's quality of life somewhat better. My goal has always been on prevention, education, empathic support for all...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
The Hidden Journal Pages vs a Community Wishing Well...While I was still working, I learned an important lesson: sometimes it is better to keep it in the journal. Complaining about negative comments will only elicit more negativity; celebrating...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My MS diagnosis, a tale of torture and the sadists-- I mean, DOCTORS-- who inflicted it...I have a near car accident to thank for my diagnosis of MS. I had gone to the grocery after work to pick up something easy for supper and on...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
