A diagnosis of multiple sclerosis can be concerning, even scary. However, with the right mental attitude, support from family and friends, and compassionate medical treatment with an experienced neurologist, you can live well with multiple sclerosis. In this blog, we will look at the signs and symptoms of this autoimmune disorder and where you can
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Understanding The Different Types of Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis, or MS, is a neurological disorder which affects about one million adults in the United States. The many and varied symptoms of this chronic condition develop as the person’s own immune system attacks the protective myelin sheaths which cover the body’s nerves. Keep reading to learn more about MS and the different types
Read MoreLiving Your Best Life with MS: Essential Management Tips
Multiple sclerosis is a chronic, unpredictable disease of the brain and central nervous system. It affects about one million people in the United States alone. MS can significantly impact an individual’s physical and mental well-being, making effectively managing MS symptoms absolutely essential to having a complete and fulfilling life. How can you live your best
Read MoreMental Health and MS: Addressing Depression and Anxiety
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a condition that affects the system of nerves, which facilitates communication between the brain and the rest of the body. The neurological condition not only affects physical health but can also have a significant impact on mental well-being. Depression and anxiety are common among individuals living with MS, which can affect
Read MoreDecoding Disease-Modifying Therapies (DMTs): How They Work and Common Types
Disease-modifying therapies (DMTs) are advanced treatments used to slow down the progression of diseases. The aim of DMTs is to target the pathology of the disease, not as a cure, but as a way to slow its progression and to make the symptoms more manageable. DMTs can be part of a comprehensive treatment for patients
Read MoreSigns of MS You Shouldn’t Ignore
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic, often disabling disease that impacts the central nervous system (CNS), which consists of the brain, spinal cord, and optic nerves. Symptoms may be mild or severe and periodic or continuous. The cause of multiple sclerosis is largely unknown, however, it’s thought to involve damage to myelin, which is the
Read MoreFive Tips To Help You With Multiple Sclerosis Treatment
About one million American adults have been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, or MS. This progressively debilitating neurological condition impacts the central nervous system and myelin sheaths, which protect nerve cells. If you have MS, you must pursue the best care possible with your neurologist. Here are five tips to help you with your comprehensive treatment.
Read MoreEarly Signs of MS (Multiple Sclerosis) You Should Be Aware Of
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic, immune-mediated, neurodegenerative disease that affects approximately 400,000 people in the United States. MS is a notoriously challenging condition in that aside from its progressive nature and complex mechanisms, not everyone who has it exhibits the same symptoms. Knowledge and vigilance are half the battle: they are crucial for seeking
Read MoreHow Is MS Diagnosed and What Are Some Common Signs of It?
Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease that causes the immune system to attack myelin, which is the protective fatty sheath surrounding the nerves in the brain and spinal cord. Areas of damaged myelin are called sclerosis, and the lack of myelin in these areas can lead to the interruption of signals to the brain –
Read MoreSigns, Symptoms, and Complications of MS
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune condition that can affect the brain and spinal cord. The disease is progressive in nature and can cause a vast range of potentially debilitating symptoms. In MS, the immune system attacks the myelin sheath, which surrounds and protects the nerve fibers. This can damage and scar the sheath as
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