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Multiple Sclerosis

It is estimated that up to 400,000 people in the United States suffer from multiple sclerosis. It is caused by autoimmune destruction of the fatty layer of insulation (myelin sheath) around the nerve cells in the brain and spinal...

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Race and Risk of MS

For many years, researchers have believed that multiple sclerosis (MS) was less common in African Americans than in whites. A new study now questions that long-held belief.

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Mouseketeer Annette Funicello Has Died

Famed "Mouseketeer" and beach-bound movie star, Annette Funicello, has died. She was 70 years old.

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Reducing Relapse with New MS Medication

In most patients, multiple sclerosis (MS) attacks in spurts. That is, periods of debilitating symptoms are followed by periods with few or no symptoms. Researchers are currently testing a new medication to reduce these attacks.

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Off to the Hospital for MS Patients

Patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) are more prone to infection than people without the disease. This increased infection risk may translate to more hospitalizations among MS patients.

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No Added Benefit From MS Medications

While there is no cure for multiple sclerosis (MS), there are medications to manage the disease. Two of these medications work fairly well to control flare-ups. Could they work even better when combined?

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Dance Out Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms
MS clinical trial is currently underway
Extra Struggles For Kids With MS
Certain mental and physical tasks are a challenge for many children with multiple sclerosis
MS Risk in the Young and Obese
Multiple sclerosis risk higher among obese girls
Eyes on Multiple Sclerosis
Pace of retinal layer thinning may indicate MS disease progression
Balancing Medication With Pregnancy
Glatiramer acetate treatment for multiple sclerosis is safe during pregnancy
MS and Achy Restless Legs
Restless legs syndrome is four times more likely to occur in multiple sclerosis patients
Infertility Treatments and MS Don't Mix
Assisted reproduction technology in multiple sclerosis patients may worsen disease activity
Low Vitamin D Linked to MS Flare-Ups
Brain lesions in multiple sclerosis patients seen more in those with low vitamin D
Marijuana for Multiple Sclerosis
Cannabis extract capsules relieve pain from muscle stiffness in MS patients
Two Types of MS Defined
RNA patterns in MS patients help classify type of disease and define best treatment option
Memory Herb Does Not Work for MS
Gingko biloba for multiple sclerosis patients does not improve mental functioning
Risk of Seizure with Ampyra
Multiple Sclerosis drug Ampyra linked to risk of seizure soon after starting on the drug
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Family Relationships and MS
Tracy's multiple sclerosis affected her relationships with her husband and children. Watch this video to hear her speak about having MS and MS disability while being part of a family unit.
Lifestyle and Diet Changes for MS
Holly made radical diet and lifestyle changes after a tough multiple sclerosis flare. Watch to see if her diet for MS had any effect on her symptoms.
MS: It's All About Perspective
Holly and Tracy have multiple sclerosis, but they know that positive thinking is key in coping with multiple sclerosis. Watch this to learn about their outlook on their future with MS.
Friendships and Dating with MS
Dating and making friends with mutiple sclerosis can be challenging. Watch to see how Holly handles having MS and relationships.
Tracy's Treatment Progress
When Tracy was diagnosed with MS, her doctor told her you couldn't treat multiple sclerosis. See where her MS treatment plan is today.
Diagnosing Multiple Sclerosis
To diagnose multiple sclerosis, a patient must undergo a few tests and examinations. Find out what a doctor is looking for when they look at your test results.
Treating Multiple Sclerosis
There is no cure for multiple sclerosis, but with today's treatments your symptoms can be managed. To know more about treating multiple sclerosis, watch this video.
What is MS?
Check out this video to learn all the basic details of multiple sclerosis, such as its causes, symptoms and treatments.
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