A (Nearly) Complete List of What I Do to Get Through the Day...Have you ever stopped to think about what you do, in detail, to get yourself through the day and night? I decided to write it all out, everything I do...Reactions0reactionsComments27 comments
MS and close to retirement ...Does anyone still work but close to early retirement? I have worked 35 years at my job and will be 55 in 2 years. I feel physically it’s time to...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesCopingCommunity ResourcesCostInsurance & DisabilityWork & Employment
Road to diagnosis, understanding medical notes?...Good evening. I have been struggling with physical decline for about three and half years. Prior to I rarely had to go to medical appointments, aside from regular annual exams...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesUndiagnosed/Seeking Diagnosis
Hunger...Has anyone forgotten to eat? This happens to me alot...I was dxed after I gave birth at 39..Prior I had optic neuritis at 19 which resolved and frequent numbness but...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesSymptomsMental HealthDiet & Nutrition
Having MS Is Just Like the Boy Scout Motto "Be Prepared"...I know, how does MS equate to the motto “be prepared”? Well, the meaning is “you are always in a state of readiness in mind and body to do your...Reactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Persisting Through Progression...If you live with multiple sclerosis, at some point you will encounter the fear of progression. With every exacerbation comes the concern that the disease is finally advancing. You develop...Reactions0reactionsComments11 comments
She's a Superhero!...We asked our community members to share in our forums section, "If you could take one of your MS symptoms and make it a superpower, what would it be? What...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
MS Comic: Speed Shower...It can often be a challenge to complete any chore or task in a hurry when living with MS. Brooke shares her new strategy for a power shower below:...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Gold Nanocrystals for remyelination...I understand after reading the community rules that I shouldn't disclose clinical trial information or the specific company developing new neurodegenerative therapies. Based on publicly available information related to improved...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesAwarenessResearch & Clinical TrialsNewly Diagnosed
Candida overgrowth and MS/Multiple Sclerosis...I've tried various diets over the years to treat my MS. Overcoming MS/Swank, Paleo, Wahls, Leaky gut diet. While some of these have not got my MS under control, some...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Nystagmus ...I recently started experiencing nystagmus as a symptom during this most recent relapse. I've never experienced it before as a symptom and I'm wondering whether it's resolved for others or...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesTips & AdviceSymptoms
Struggling With Stability...As I stroll into my local brewery, I’m greeted by a ton of friendly faces. I stop and say hi to many of them, going through the usual pleasantries and...Reactions0reactionsComments99 comments
Frequently Asked Questions about Mental Health...Mental health includes how you think, feel, and act. It can fall on a spectrum and vary for each person. You may have questions about mental health conditions, treatment options...
Complementary and Integrative Health...Complementary therapies and an integrative health approach are often used to treat mental health conditions. Complementary therapies include nontraditional therapies – such as acupuncture, meditation, and yoga – that are...
Suicide Prevention...If you or someone you know is in crisis or considering suicide, please contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Call or text 988, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255), or use the...
Coping with Mental Health: Medications...Treating mental health conditions with prescription drugs is common. About 16 percent of American adults take medicine for a mental health condition. It is not necessary to suffer in silence...
Coping with Mental Health: Psychotherapy...Psychotherapy is also known as talk therapy, counseling, or simply therapy. Psychotherapy is used to help with a wide range of mental health conditions or challenges. Therapy sessions can be...
Vaccination advice..."I am 66 years old. I was diagnosed with PPMS last year. I received my 1st half Ocrevus infusion on 10/18/21. My 2nd half infusion on 11/02/21. And am due...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesTreatmentPPMSTips & Advice
Is It My MS or Time?...Earlier today I was out on my morning walk when it started to sprinkle a bit. The weather app on my phone said it wasn’t supposed to start raining till...Reactions0reactionsComments40 comments
My sidekick...I actually am lucky to have multiple sidekicks in dealing with this disease -- my husband and two of my daughters. They are here for me through everything. When I...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesFriends & Family
