Category: Multiple Sclerosis

Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA The central nervous system (CNS) is one of the most important systems in your body. It controls how you think, feel, move, breathe, and even how your body digests food or fights illness. The CNS is made up of two major parts: the brain and the… Continue reading How MS Affects the Central Nervous System

Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA There are a number of approaches to treating patients with  multiple sclerosis including: Physical and occupational therapy, different medications and lifestyle modifications. When used alone or in combination they can improve  someone’s quality of life and help people with the condition regain function.  Another type of… Continue reading Deep Brain Stimulation for Multiple Sclerosis

Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA When you have a condition like multiple sclerosis, it is vital to pay close attention to the physical symptoms and limitations of the condition. Things like difficulty walking, changes in vision, and increasing fatigue all have a significant impact on daily life and can provide signals… Continue reading What is the Link Between Depression and nrSPMS?

Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA When it comes to diagnosing a neurological condition, doctors run a battery of tests. You may be wondering why this is! The reality is that many diseases share overlapping symptoms and signs. It takes time and careful consideration to figure out exactly what condition is causing… Continue reading Unmasking Diseases that Mimic MS and nrSPMS

Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Discovering that you are pregnant is a moment filled with joy. If you are living with multiple sclerosis (MS), it can be natural to have questions and concerns about how pregnancy might impact your health and the course of your condition. You may also wonder about whether MS… Continue reading Pregnancy and nrSPMS: What You Need to Know

Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Multiple sclerosis is not a disease that takes a single course over time. It can affect everyone differently! That is part of the reason why it is so hard to diagnose – because no two people experience it the same way. There are different types of… Continue reading What is the Difference Between RRMS and SPMS?

Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA We often think of conditions in binary terms: you either do, or do not, have them. And often it is easy to tell which side you fall on. Doctors diagnose type 1 diabetes through blood tests for glucose levels. Osteoporosis with bone mineral density tests. The… Continue reading How is nrSPMS Diagnosed?

Muscle weakness is a common symptom of multiple sclerosis. This happens because of damage to the nerves that control muscle movement. The immune system attacks the protective covering of nerve fibers, called myelin. This leads to disruptions in how the brain and muscles communicate. As a result, people with MS have to regularly deal with weakness,… Continue reading Managing Muscle Weakness from nrSPMS

People with non-relapsing secondary progressive multiple sclerosis (nrSPMS) often have to manage symptoms like memory loss and cognitive difficulties. Sometimes called brain fog, these changes can affect every part of your daily life! It can be harder to remember important information, focus, or even find the right word in a conversation. Frustrating? Yes. But fortunately,… Continue reading How to Combat Memory Loss from nrSPMS