A Sudden Anomaly: MS, Me, A Stroke And Mommy...Changes in life are inevitable. They can occur in as little as a second, a minute, or one or more day(s), night(s), month(s) or year(s). Some are foreseen while others...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
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 awayfrom my darknessuntil I understoodthat in it I wouldfind my freedom...Reactions0reactionsComments18 comments
Incidence of MS increasing...I've been wondering if the incidence of MS is increasing or if it is (a) just more public figures coming forward and/or (b) better diagnostics. Turns out it really is...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesResearch & Clinical Trials
I need a support dog any references?...I'm now in a wheelchair full-time and drop things constantly. Was talking with a friend that said to check into this. Really not sure where to go from here, any...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesCopingMental HealthFatigue
Confined by Temperatures...If you’re affected by the heat or the cold – or both – the temperatures outside can sometimes make you feel like you’re stuck in your own house. If you...Reactions0reactionsComments15 comments
Sciatica and MS...Has anyone ever had sciatica and had to explain to your family that even though it is similar to MS in some ways, it is much worse? For me, with...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesPainTips & Advice
Falling In Public...Ever have a fall in public? Ever caused a major commotion because of a fall? Well, I was at my partner’s niece’s Wedding just this past weekend and wiped out...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesCoping
The tingling and the numbness......I have been actively being mindful of my numbness and tingling sensations, they are so prevalent in my everyday life. What are your experiences with numbness and tingling? For me...Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesCopingSymptomsUndiagnosed/Seeking Diagnosis
Tipping over on my face...Hello again! it’s hopeless again… One thing I forgot to mention in my post yesterday was I started having a new symptom and I would like an opinion please. I...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Two really wowed ausproms...My noise always feels Like it’s dripping and my top lip is wet .but it isn’t! If my hand are the slightest wet, it makes me crazy. I can’t stand....Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
So many symptom ms & pain weakness ...Pa to my original ranking.. I just wanted to say that my symptoms are so bad and the chronic pain is so bad that I can’t walk. I can’t do...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
So many confirmed MRIs for MS...Hopeless is back again! It makes me sad to read all the stories and comments about people who have MS And what they’re going through! It makes me equally as...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
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 person who inhabits said feelings may be deemed...Reactions0reactionsComments11 comments
How is it that people with MS are still getting told off for being ill? (Long vent incoming)...I had the situation today that i talked with a woman from a self-help MS group near me and i told her about how my caretakers (in my mental health...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesCaregivingCopingAwareness
Can MS meds make recovery of illnesses like influenza longer? ...I am a 20 year old and just got diagnosed with MS this year. I take the med "Tecfidera". I've been having some form of influenza like twice since I...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesNewly DiagnosedSymptoms
How involved do you want your partner to be? ...I am at the stage where I am just getting diagnosed (in my late 50s). Have had and seen the MRIs and there's not a lot of doubt what is...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesDiagnosis
COVID boosters-no increase in relapse...Thought people might want to see this article: https://www.medpagetoday.com/neurology/multiplesclerosis/111539...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Navigating Public Spaces...Living with multiple sclerosis (MS) means embracing adaptability. Each day presents unique challenges, and as someone navigating this chronic condition, I’ve learned to adjust gracefully. My arms, the once-reliable tools...Reactions0reactionsComments20 comments
I need help ...I have dropfoot and leg stiffness and I use a walker and sometimes I use a wheelchair. Is there any meds that can regain my mobility? My name is Taunya...Reactions0reactionsComments6 replies
Wheelchair cushion...I have MS and wheelchair bound but able to transfer… I need a new wheelchair cushion for my wheelchair one that helps prevent pressure sores from sitting for long periods...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesAssistive DevicesTips & AdviceTreatment