The symptoms of multiple sclerosis can be as numerous as they are frustrating. Keeping them under control is a primary focus of MS treatment, and it's a constant challenge. The more management techniques you know about, the better the chance you'll have to find an approach that works for you. Join our guests as they discuss the various symptoms and how to treat them.
Keywords: multiple sclerosis, MS, neurologist, neurology
If you have MS, you know that you rely heavily on your doctor to keep you in good health. But treatment is your responsibility as well, and that means everything from picking the right neurologist, to asking the right questions when you go to your appointments. Join our panelists as they talk about what you can do to take a more active role in your treatment.
Keywords: neurologist, MS, multiple sclerosis
Although MS has visible manifestations, many of its symptoms are not outwardly apparent. This is the "invisible" side of MS, which means that in many cases, only the patient is really aware of his or her symptoms. This can affect daily life as well as treatment. Join our MS specialists as they discuss "invisible MS" and ways patients can cope with it.
Keywords: MS, Multiple Sclerosis
After being suspended from the market for safety reasons, natalizumab is again available for the treatment of multiple sclerosis. Safeguards are in place because of a small risk in developing a serious brain infection. Should you consider taking this drug?
Keywords: MS, multiple sclerosis, disease altering drugs, natalizumab, PML, progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy
One of the most common symptoms for patients with multiple sclerosis is fatigue. Though it varies from person to person, fatigue can seriously interfere with normal activities, even when the other symptoms of MS are under control. Join us as we take a look at some helpful techniques for dealing with fatigue.
Keywords: fatigue
MS is considered a relapsing/remitting disease, which means its symptoms come and go in waves. But it's important to realize that even when your symptoms aren't acting up, the disease may still be progressing, and that stopping your medication is usually not a good idea. Join our panelists as they discuss the "insidious progression" of MS and various studies that have been done on it.
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