Tag: multiple sclerosis

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

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic disease that affects nearly 2.9 million people worldwide. In MS, the body’s immune system attacks the central nervous system, leading to a wide range of symptoms. Scientists are constantly looking for ways to better understand MS and predict its progression. A recent study suggests that the balance of certain… Continue reading Can Gut Bacteria Predict MS Severity? A New Study

Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Fatigue is a common symptom for people with multiple sclerosis. According to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, “over 80% of people living with MS suffer from some form of fatigue.” It can impede an individual’s daily life and make it hard to function at work or at… Continue reading Managing Fatigue from nrSPMS

Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Living with multiple sclerosis (MS) is emotionally challenging. As a chronic condition, many people find themselves struggling with both the physical and mental side effects. But for those with non-relapsing secondary progressive multiple sclerosis (nrSPMS), the emotional toll can feel even heavier. Unlike relapsing forms of… Continue reading The Emotional Struggle of Living with nrSPMS

Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Dating is both exciting and nerve-wracking! You may meet someone you feel a connection with and are interested in getting to know more. This means sharing more about yourself. When you have a chronic condition like non-relapsing secondary progressive multiple sclerosis (nrSPMS), it can come with… Continue reading Tips to Dating with nrSPMS

Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Getting a car is an important milestone! It represents freedom for many people; the ability to drive where you want, when you want. But for people with multiple sclerosis, driving can get more and more challenging over time. MS affects the nervous system, leading to physical,… Continue reading Is Driving While Living with nrSPMS Possible?

Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA When facing a diagnosis of nrSPMS, one of the most common questions patients and caregivers have is what are our options for treatment? nrSPMS is a chronic disease that affects the central nervous system. While nrSPMS has no cure, there are treatments available to slow the… Continue reading What Therapies Are There for Treating nrSPMS?

Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Do you or a loved one have multiple sclerosis (MS)? This condition is a complex and challenging one to deal with. Not only does MS affect you physically and emotionally, but people with the condition have found it particularly hard to talk about with their doctors.… Continue reading How to Talk to Your Doctor About nrSPMS