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Autoimmune

Fatigue and Lassitude


Fatigue is maybe one of the most common symptoms of MS, if not the most common symptom of MS. It is reported by about 80% of people who have MS. That’s a lot of people. It causes a lot of people to leave work and can be quite debilitating. Symptoms Fatigue with MS can cause […]

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Sleep Issues


One of the lesser talked about symptoms of MS are the various sleep issues that can be present. Of course, we all know about the fatigue that may or may not be a result of said sleep issues. But the sleep issues that accompany the disease as well are lesser known. Fatigue can be caused […]

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Traveling with MS


Traveling can bring a mix of emotions to anyone. Usually a mix of excitement and anxiety, getting ready for the unknown adventure ahead can be fun. But it can also be challenging. Long days, little sleep, being away from home, it can seem like a recipe for disaster. But add in the complexities of Multiple […]

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Finding Your Supports by Asking for Help


Supports and Help Having adequate support for multiple sclerosis is incredibly important. However, what ‘proper support’ looks like for each individual may be different. Some people require a support team of many doctors, friends and family to help them with managing their symptoms, appointments and daily tasks. While others need less around the clock support […]

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Medical Marijuana and CBD


Medical Marijuana and CBD What are the differences and benefits? Medical Marijuana has caused quite a stir in the past few years. From government regulations to amazing patient success stories, it seems like everyone has an opinion about it. But what is it when you get down to it? There are so many different terms […]

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Regenerating Myelin and Remyelinating Nerve Cells


A few months ago, a study made waves in the MS community. It was about how scientists at OHSU discovered how to regenerate myelin using a specific compound called sobetirome, which is used in thyroid hormone therapy (which actually hasn’t been used in people due to the side effects). Researchers developed a new form of […]

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Making the Most of your Beach Day


Heading to the beach is one of the best summer activities. But what if your autoimmune disease has turned that fun beach trip into a nightmare? Don’t worry, I’ve got some tips and tricks for making that day of sunshine fun again! My autoimmune disease, Multiple Sclerosis, rears its ugly head in the heat and […]

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Heat Intolerance and Managing Summer


It was a beautiful day by anyone’s standards, except a runner. 72, mostly sunny, perfect early summer day in June. But to me, it felt like 90 degrees and scorching hot. It was 2013 and I was running the B.A.A 10K. I was in the middle of my running “career” and in the middle of […]

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Positive Things I’ve Gained from My MS Diagnosis


Usually when you think of getting a diagnosis like Multiple Sclerosis, only negative things come to mind. Depression, anger, grief or sadness are some of the first emotions that might pop into your head when you think of a diagnosis like that. However, once the dust has settled and you have time to think about […]

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Grief


There are many emotions that come and go throughout life with Multiple Sclerosis and one of those is grief. Some people might not recognize their grief, as grief, and mistake it for depression (which often goes hand in hand) or just feeling down/angry/disbelief etc. But grief in chronic illness is real. Some professionals name our […]

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