Life in Spite of MS Blog

Copaxone Side-Effects

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:28:00 GMT

What are the Copaxone Side-Effects? If you take this MS medicine, you need to be aware of the side-effects it can cause, especially when you are taking it for the first time.

Future With MS Part 1

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 03:18:33 GMT

How someones Future with MS will end up is very difficult to determine. There are so many variables when it comes to multiple sclerosis, doctors are reluctant to make a prognosis.

Future With MS Part 2

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 03:14:40 GMT

What kind of a Future with MS can you expect? What kinds of things do you need to do to ensure a long life with multiple sclerosis. Is it even possible? Find out here.

MS with Type 1 Diabetes?

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 04:30:41 GMT

& How Do I Ask My Doctor? I was diagnosed with Type 1 Juvenile Onset Diabetes when I was 11 years old. Around the age of 22 I started developing symptoms

You know you have MS when...

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 09:13:29 GMT

You have 3 kids and you're the only one who's still in diapers

Progressive-Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 08:54:28 GMT

What is Progressive-Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis anyway? It is the form of MS that is the least understood. It only occurs in 5% of the people who have MS. Learn more about it here.

Ampyra

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 22:22:10 GMT

Ampyra is a medication which is used to treat MS patients. It helps them to walk better. Here is a little information about this MS medicine or treatment.

Ampyra Side-Effects

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 22:18:21 GMT

Ampyra Side-Effects listed here are those that affected Cir. They may affect you differently, or not at all. You may have them for awhile and then ease up. Talk to your doctor if you have questions.

My Writings About MS

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:46:35 GMT

Recently, I published a book about my journey with MS through essays, poetry, and prose, called Stumbled & Standing: from Diagnosis to Acceptance A Woman's

Treatments for MS

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:42:50 GMT

Deciding on treatments for MS can be a pretty scary process. Especially if you're newly diagnosed and have no idea what to expect. Start here before making a decision. Hopefully it will help.

Multiple Sclerosis Exercise

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 07:27:42 GMT

Multiple Sclerosis Exercise is something that every MSer should make time for. Before you were diagnosed, you were probably active in some way. Find an exercise you can do and do it.

Questionnaire

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 02:32:15 GMT

Would you answer a quick questionnaire for us? We love to write an ebook, audio book, or ecourse, but would love your input first. Let us know what you'd like to see in an informational product.

Poll of the Month Results

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 20:04:58 GMT

Poll of the Month Results from Life in Spite of MS

Bree's Life in Spite of MS Space

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 08:04:54 GMT

Welcome to Bree's Life in Spite of MS Space! You'll find Bree's story, her advice, and anything else she wants to share. Add her page to your bookmarks, favorites, or RSS Feed.

MS Poll of the Month

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 08:28:16 GMT

Here's your MS Poll of the Month! Come by and take a new poll every month. Find out what others have answered from past polls. Come on, it'll be fun!

MS Quotes

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 11:02:44 GMT

MS Quotes are sometimes just what you need to get you through a bump in the road. A few words that help you move on and smooth out the rough spots in your life.

Add Your MS Quote

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:38:05 GMT

Would you like to share an MS Quote that helps you get through the day? A short saying that helps when you're feeling discouraged? Or one that you share

Depression???

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 03:27:29 GMT

How do you know when MS is getting the best of you & you truly need help...such as mental counseling and/or physical therapy? How do you know it's not

5 white blobs in brain

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 21:25:51 GMT

The Falls Clinic doctor who looked at my MRI said that it was normal to get one white blob per decade. I find this difficult to believe what do you think?

Women with MS?

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 17:55:42 GMT

Have women with MS experienced the same issues I have? Ever since I was diagnosed with MS I have noticed that around the time of the month my symptoms

A Bad Dream

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 23:40:17 GMT

Having MS is like a bad dream I’m losing the flight with MS My life has changed I’ve had to rearrange Both the good and the bad From nursing home to nursing

Gotta Keep a Sense of Humor

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 06:51:40 GMT

...your coffee cup says I'm not drunk, I have MS... What's your excuse?

Looking for Understanding

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 05:59:32 GMT

I have been a caregiver my entire life. How can I accept that I need to learn to be the one who needs care and how can I ask for help when I'm the one

My MS Challenge

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 20:47:27 GMT

Hi Montel! My name is Kim Williams and I live in Capitol Heights, Maryland. I wanted to share with you that I was also diagnosed with MS the same date

Good Day Cir and Wife!

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 20:17:51 GMT

omG - I LOVE this web site! I can't imagine that Montel hasn't found you and spent some quality time with you! I just found you, so haven't spent anytime

Five white blobs in brain

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 15:14:23 GMT

Hi it's Carol from Penzance Cornwall. I went to see doctor for results of MRI. He showed me the scan pic with 5 white spots on brain and thin myelin

Bee Sting treatment and PPMS

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 15:11:04 GMT

Hi, I am a person with PPMS (Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis) for 10 years and a 43 year man and on wheelchair for 3 years. I have just started

Blind Overnight...ect!

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 04:18:41 GMT

L (left) eye in remission How fast can MS go into remission? What are other signs that I didn't read? Can't type any more sorry. Ellen (In PAIN) I

Help - 4 Family Members with MS

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 05:24:14 GMT

Hello, I feel my efforts to find help for 4 family members who suffer from MS, is like David and Goliath. Feel every organization has been contacted,

You Spend 5 Minutes at the Stop Sign...

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 02:23:25 GMT

...Waiting for it to turn green

Thin Myelin in Brain

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 01:03:50 GMT

Hi, I am a 58 yr old female. I was referred to a clinic specializing in unexplained falls, because over recent months I have fallen several times. Over

Mr. Sam Contrasto

Mon, 02 Jan 2012 06:23:19 GMT

I am an Italian Canadian , (now Floridian for 25 years) and want to express my sincere best wishes for Annette. Her faith in a cure for MS is shared worldwide.

Vince Smith & Annette Funicello

Mon, 02 Jan 2012 02:10:00 GMT

These two celebrities are simply the greatest. From the first time I heard My Annette I was hooked on Vince Smith and Annette. I am so sorry to hear

Happy Holidays 2011

Mon, 26 Dec 2011 00:20:59 GMT

Happy Holidays to you and your family! Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and The New Year, we wish you all the best!

Lost My Job - What to Do?

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 07:34:48 GMT

Question: I've been on Rebif therapy for 6 years. I lost my job and (health) insurance and will run out of meds (by the) end of December. Where can I go

Is it a Seizure?

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 00:57:18 GMT

I have a friend with MS. Several times, when in the middle of a conversation, he will go into a trance with his eyes half closed. It will last only a matter

No Diagnosis...

Sat, 10 Dec 2011 22:19:12 GMT

I don't have a diagnosis, but I have the lesions and a whole lot of the symptoms. I am in a flare up of whatever I have. It is much worse than before.

Be Darned if Anyone Knows

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 23:23:07 GMT

I had severe dizziness and double vision. Hospitalized for 12 days Ct and CT Angiogram showed nothing. Dizziness went away but blurred vision in right

Heroes of MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS

Sun, 04 Dec 2011 00:07:35 GMT

Hi, my name is Scott and I just created a group on Facebook called HEROES OF MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS. Please feel free to join in. I have PPMS (Primary Progressive

"Who left that damn thing in the way?!!!

Sat, 03 Dec 2011 11:26:45 GMT

...is what you say, angrily when someone watches you stumble, trip, and fall.-- OVER AN INVISIBLE OBJECT!!! HAHAH

Oh, I'm Just m.s.n Around--Messin Around

Sat, 03 Dec 2011 11:25:55 GMT

...Is what you tell someone when they see you stagger, trip, and fall, and they ask, Are you ok? ---AND YOU'RE SERIOUS!!! haha...

My MS Monkey...

Sat, 03 Dec 2011 11:22:55 GMT

...sneaks up on you and plays one of his tricks on you. You know you have ms when..., ...standing with the guys at work, you loose your balance and

Medical Marijuana Part 2

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 04:44:42 GMT

Medical marijuana has many uses that have been well documented. Treating autoimmune disorders is just one of them. Here's part 2 of an article by Dr. Mercola you might want to read.

Medical Marijuana

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 04:10:48 GMT

Medical marijuana has long been under the scrutiny of the government as to whether it should be allowed as treatment or not. Here's an article by Dr. Mercola you might want to read.

Wish You the Best!

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 01:59:08 GMT

Dear Akrista and Cir, I was in the US as an exchange student in 2008 and my hostmum suffered from multiple sclerosis. I saw her having her good and her

Top Ten at Life in Spite of MS

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 17:15:16 GMT

Top Ten at Life in Spite of MS, Top 10 Pages, 10 Most Visited - Here you'll find the 10 Top Pages on our site! Check them out!

A Hair in a Biscuit!

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 16:59:39 GMT

Hello, my name is Jonathan Thompson and I was diagnosed with relapsing remitting MS in 2008. I had a wife that I worshiped, 2 beautiful daughters,2 beautiful

Available to Help?

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 09:27:39 GMT

...Out a Fellow MS Patient in Michigan? I am the Northern MS Ambassador and I live in Michigan. We are struggling for a fundraiser to be held in April

An Angel on the Second Floor

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 08:55:30 GMT

I met her about two years ago. Just in passing where we work. She stays busy with her work of assisting births so anytime I've spoke to her has been on

Orbital Inflammatory Pseudotumor

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 02:51:35 GMT

In July of this year I suddenly developed double vision. Neuro-opthamalogist diagnosed me with orbital inflammatary pseudotumor. Still on prednisone at