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Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Tremors
Some people with multiple sclerosis develop tremors in the hands and other areas of the body. Here’s how to prevent or treat them.
By?Denise MannOctober 25, 2024Talk Therapy and Medication Both Reduce Multiple Sclerosis Fatigue
A recent study showed that both cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and the mild stimulant modafinil (Provigil) reduced MS fatigue by about the same amount.
By?Lisa RapaportOctober 17, 2024Multiple Sclerosis Treatment
MS treatment may include disease-modifying drugs to prevent relapses and progression, as well as various forms of rehabilitation and complementary therapies.
By?Joseph Bennington-CastroSeptember 23, 2024How MS Can Affect Your Oral Health
Discover how multiple sclerosis affects oral health and learn tips to maintain dental hygiene despite MS symptoms and medications. Stay proactive with your dental care.
By?Shira Isenberg, RD, MPHJuly 08, 202410 Essential Facts About Primary-Progressive MS
Learn about primary-progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS), its symptoms, challenges in diagnosis, and treatment options. Discover the importance of symptom management and overall wellness.
By?Quinn PhillipsJune 28, 2024When to Seek, and Avoid, Emergency Care for MS
Most MS symptoms won’t send you to the hospital emergency department, but there may be times when you need care quickly. Learn whom to call and when.
By?Becky UphamJune 26, 2024How to Get a Good Night’s Sleep When You Have MS
Multiple sclerosis (MS) symptoms like pain can get worse at night and disrupt sleep. Learn more about effective treatment options.
By?Mikel TheobaldJune 03, 2024UTIs and MS: How to Prevent This All-Too-Common Problem
Learn how MS can lead to bladder dysfunction, increasing UTI risks, and explore prevention and treatment options for managing urinary symptoms effectively.
By?David Spero, RNMay 20, 2024What Happens if Multiple Sclerosis Goes Untreated?
While it’s hard to know how any one person’s MS will unfold, doctors know that for most people, treatment helps prevent relapses and progression.
By?Becky UphamMarch 07, 2024Cognitive Function Testing for Multiple Sclerosis: Why You Should Do It and When
MS is often linked to cognitive issues, such as memory problems and mental fatigue. Cognitive function tests are key to diagnosis and solutions.
By?Don RaufFebruary 01, 2024How to Keep Walking With MS-Related Foot Drop
Foot drop caused by multiple sclerosis can lead to falls. Here are treatment options that can help, from physical therapy to foot braces to functional electrical stimulation (FES).
By?Regina Boyle WheelerDecember 10, 20236 Side Effects of MS Steroid Treatment
Steroids can shorten recovery time when a person with multiple sclerosis has a relapse. But even short-term steroid therapy can cause side effects.
By?Chris Iliades, MDNovember 04, 2023How to Find a Neurologist Who Treats Multiple Sclerosis
Follow this expert advice to find a neurologist who specializes in multiple sclerosis and who will work with you to find the right treatment to fit your goals and lifestyle.
By?Linda MeloneOctober 10, 202310 Ways to Take Back Control When MS Causes Bladder Dysfunction
Bladder problems are common among people with MS, but a combination of lifestyle adjustments, physical therapy, and medication can usually help.
By?Jan SheehanSeptember 19, 2023MS Medications
Disease-modifying therapies, steroids, and drugs that relieve particular symptoms all play a role in the medical management of MS.
By?Joseph Bennington-CastroAugust 31, 20237 Ways to Fight MS Fatigue With Your Fork
Fatigue is common in multiple sclerosis, but getting enough of these dietitian-approved nutrients can help give you an energy boost.
By?Elizabeth Shimer BowersAugust 28, 20234 Myths About Multiple Sclerosis and Diet
Although certain diets are sometimes touted as solutions for multiple sclerosis, they often lack evidence to support their claims, one expert says.
By?Mona Bostick, RDNAugust 22, 20238 Tips for Coping With a Diagnosis of Primary-Progressive Multiple Sclerosis (PPMS)
A diagnosis of primary-progressive multiple sclerosis can be traumatic and take some time to process. Here’s how to get support along the way.
By?Don RaufAugust 08, 20236 Hand Exercises for Multiple Sclerosis
These simple hand exercises for MS can help you stretch and strengthen your hands to improve range of motion, grip, and pinch.
By?Beth W. OrensteinJuly 10, 202310 Tips for People Newly Diagnosed With Multiple Sclerosis
People diagnosed with multiple sclerosis have many questions and concerns. Get answers and gain insight about your diagnosis, symptoms, treatment, and what to expect when living with MS.
By?Jan SheehanJuly 03, 2023