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- Getting older with MS
Hi all, My sister has had MS for many years now, and I'd heard that after 55-60 MS stops being as progressive... What does that mean exactly? Does that mean she'll get better at that age? She's the o
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- How often are your MS flares?
Hi, I have started to experience a flare-up of symptoms (tickeling fingers) when I am stressed. It started around a year ago when I was about to move. Since then I have experienced these flare-ups qui
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- Does diet have an impact on MS?
Maintenance of general good health is very important for people with any chronic disorder: a well-balanced and planned diet will help achieve this goal. Although there's no special “MS diet,” what
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- What treatments have you tried for MS? What works for you?
Hello everyone, How many treatments have you tried and which works the best for you? Good day to you all, Marina
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- Cannabis and MS
Hello everyone, What are your thoughts on the controversial use of cannabis as a treatment for e.g. muscle spasms? Please feel free to share your thoughts here. All the best, Marina
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- Have you tried natalizumab (Tysabri) for your MS?
Hi anyone on tysabri? Doc wants me to go on it but side effects are pretty drastic ie: severe disability and or death. Waiting for jct results first. Dont know what to do.
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- 10 best exercises for MS patients
Exercise has lots of benefits for MS patients, having an impact on many aspects of their life - from managing symptoms to improving the mood. Indeed, according to a review published in August 201
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- MS drug hope for secondary-progressive stage
A study of a new drug to treat advanced cases of multiple sclerosis suggests it may be possible to delay progression of the disease in the short term, although the effects were small. In a trial of 1
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- Travelling with MS
Travelling with chronic conditions, and in particular with MS, can be a challenge. Here are some tips that can be of use whether you are travelling abroad, or just going to the seaside for a weekend.
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