Life in Spite of MS Blog

New Cartoon of the Month for November!

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 18:28:23 GMT

We've added a new Cartoon of the Month for November! I know, I know.... we've been a little behind in adding cartoons. But hopefully you've been able to get your funny bone tickled in other ways.
Just click the link below to go to the Cartoon Archives.

Laquinimod

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:06:36 GMT

Laquinimod will probably be a welcome treatment if you have Relapsing-remitting MS and you hate needles and injections. This is the first and hopefully not the last, oral immunomodulatior for MSers.

Check your bulk mail for November Newsletter

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:30:31 GMT

Newsletter just went out yesterday. If you haven't received it yet, check your spam folder or bulk mail box. If you'd like to receive it and need to subscribe, click the link below to sign up.

Judy Finelli

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 19:38:25 GMT

Judy Finelli was an accomplished juggler; able to juggle 10 things at once. In 1989, multiple sclerosis took away her ability to perform. But she still shares her love of the circus with others.

New Cause of MS

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 19:10:44 GMT

A New Cause of MS? One that could stop MS before it starts? New York neurologists are on to something that may do just that.

Forum - The Link

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 07:52:27 GMT

You wanted a Forum - We give you The Link! The Link is the place where you can meet other visitors from Life in Spite of MS. Come join us!

The Link is here! You asked. We listened.

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 06:37:20 GMT

Just a quick post to let everyone know that THE LINK is here. What's that you ask? It's our own social network. Click the link below to go check it out. We're still working on it, so it's in the beginning stages. But it will get better as time goes on. You can add photos, links to your blog or blog on your own page. You can add discussions in the forum and build your own groups. Pretty amazing, huh! We'll see you there. Have fun! Akrista

MS is my disease -- not my Life

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 02:18:06 GMT

Hello all. My name is Terri. I love this website. It has helped me a lot. I began having symptoms of MS at age 27 right after the birth of my

Sensible Weight Loss Goals

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 02:27:19 GMT

How to set sensible weight loss goals. If you want to lose weight, how do you go about it? Here are some helpful tips to lose weight sensibly.

Stages of Multiple Sclerosis

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 09:08:42 GMT

The various stages of multiple sclerosis are similar to the types of ms. Most are subtypes and fall somewhere within one of the four main types of MS.

Multiple Sclerosis Lesions

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 05:45:51 GMT

The Multiple Sclerosis Lesions you have in your central nervous system (CNS) are those little white spots that are the reason for all your MS symptoms. Too bad we can't just wash the spots away.

Omega 3-6-9

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 22:01:56 GMT

Omega 3-6-9 is one of the best supplements for people with MS. It

Multiple Sclerosis Prognosis

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 18:48:17 GMT

An accurate multiple sclerosis prognosis is not an easy thing to come up with. Most doctors don't even attempt to make one for at least 5 years. After that, they may be able to predict an outcome.

Newsletter for September Just went out!

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 03:10:00 GMT

We took a little break the month before last. And last month we sent out a mini version. This month we're back, well at least 95 back. We hope you enjoy The MS Experience this month. If you haven't subscribed yet, click the link below to read the newest issue as well as the back issues.

Accessible Pages O - Z

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 03:31:11 GMT

Need accessible pages? Navbar buttons too small? This page is for you! Here you will find Links O - Z

Free Online Success EBooks Part 2

Sat, 26 Sep 2009 23:57:51 GMT

Free Online Success Part 2 ~ More free books for your online success. Download and use them. Share them with your family and friends. Even with MS, you can be successful online.

Webmaster Business Masters Course

Sat, 26 Sep 2009 23:53:17 GMT

The Webmaster Business Masters Course is the perfect resource if you've always wanted to start your own online business. If you are net savvy and want to help others like you, this course is for you.

Free Online Success EBooks

Sat, 26 Sep 2009 21:21:57 GMT

Free Online Success ~ A collection of free books for your online success. Download and use them. Share them with your family and friends. Even with MS, you can be successful online.

Tovaxin by Opexa

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 04:52:00 GMT

We have the flu vaccine and now maybe a vaccine for multiple sclerosis. The company Opexa Therapeutics is reporting promising results with its clinical trials. They announced that 83 percent of the people taking the vaccine Tovaxin did not have relapses for a year. Now those are good results. If you scored an 83 on a test, I'm sure you would be pretty happy. B+ Opexa Therapeutics! Almost of the patients in the trial, didn't get any worse and some even got better. Even brain atrophy (see side bar for definition), was reduced.

atrophy n. , pl. , -phies . Pathology . A wasting or decrease in size of a body organ, tissue, or part owing to disease, injury, or lack of use. The Free Dictionary

There were 150 patients treated. And they all had relapsing-remitting MS.
How does it work? The vaccine is well tolerated because it uses the patients own T-cells. These T-cells are what can reduce the symptoms of MS. If types of treatments like this are on the horizon for people with MS, then good job. A cure for multiple sclerosis is definitely in sight, don't you think?

Make Your Price Sell Masters Course

Sun, 20 Sep 2009 07:26:13 GMT

The Make Your Price Sell Masters Course - Pricing is the single most important marketing decision that any business owner ever makes. On the Internet, time waits for no business.

Netwriting Masters Course

Sun, 20 Sep 2009 07:05:40 GMT

The Netwriting Masters Course can help you if you are new to the idea of writing content for the internet. Or if you are a seasoned writer, maybe you'll get a few ideas to make your writing better.

Net Auction Selling Masters Course

Sun, 20 Sep 2009 04:41:20 GMT

Net Auction Selling may be the easiest entry into e-business. It's fun, easy, cheap and fast -- you can even start with less-treasured items stored in your basement, attic or closet!

WAHM Masters Course

Sun, 20 Sep 2009 03:54:58 GMT

The WAHM Masters Course is a Free course that will help you on your way to beginning a business that works while staying at home with your family. Read online or download it to work on.

Affiliate Masters Course

Sun, 20 Sep 2009 03:24:35 GMT

The Affiliate Masters Course is the best source on the web to show you how to build a successful affiliate business. And the best thing about it is it's Free! Read online or download the ebook now.

Definition of Multiple Sclerosis

Sat, 19 Sep 2009 20:21:25 GMT

A not too scientific definition of multiple sclerosis.

Nervous System Diseases

Sat, 19 Sep 2009 19:37:39 GMT

There are many nervous system diseases besides MS. And there are several categories of these types of diseases as well. MS is an inflammatory disease of the nervous system.

How Long?

Sat, 12 Sep 2009 02:43:48 GMT

Today I knew I was finally crippled Half the day I went here and there But in between was when I was Doubled over, my feet slapping the ground

Stranger

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 19:08:35 GMT

I see a wheelchair and I just know Every hair in place with gay clothes The picture of health and vigor Alert, sparkling eyes Exuding

Lost Me

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 16:35:31 GMT

Me, where have I gone? Sadly, my life's been changed. MS, is the diagnosis, Dr.'s say. Yesterday, is now a distant memory. Somehow, God's life

Kimberly's Life in Spite of MS Space

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 18:46:54 GMT

Welcome to Kimberly's Life in Spite of MS Space! Here you will find Kimberly Miller's story about MS.

Multiple Sclerosis Facts

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 03:54:07 GMT

Several Multiple Sclerosis Facts and Statistics have emerged over the years. Through a combination of history, research, studies, and various records, we have a much clearer picture of MS.

Paresthesias

Mon, 07 Sep 2009 05:34:17 GMT

Paresthesias is a big, scientific word for a common multiple sclerosis symptomsss. For most of us, it is a mile annoyance. For MSers it can be very uncomfortable or even painful.

Fampridine

Sat, 05 Sep 2009 06:29:07 GMT

Fampridine has so many names, it can make you dizzy. 4-AP, 4-aminopyrodine, to name just a couple, is a potassium channel blocker, that shows promise in helping MSers with their walking problems.

Alan Osmond Part 2

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 17:49:31 GMT

Alan Osmond Part 2 is a continuation of our page about this musical patriarch of the Osmond family. Find out about his son, David, who also has MS.

Accessibility

Fri, 14 Aug 2009 08:33:21 GMT

Need accessibility? Navbar buttons too small? These pages are just what you've been looking for!

You talk to your feet...

Fri, 14 Aug 2009 08:06:27 GMT

...and count steps to keep on trudging

Accessible Pages A - F

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 01:45:24 GMT

Need accessible pages? Navbar buttons too small? This page is for you! Here you will find Links A - F

Accessible Pages F - N

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 01:44:59 GMT

Need accessible pages? Navbar buttons too small? This page is for you! Here you will find Links F - N

Ataxia

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 21:15:25 GMT

Ataxia is a fancy way of saying loss of muscle coordination. At least it's a little shorter. But what does it mean for me if I have MS?

Brain Fog

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 15:38:52 GMT

Brain Fog or cognitive dysfunction is one of the most common symptoms for people with MS. You may feel things like confusion or forgetfulness, among other things.

Brain Fog Part 2

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 15:36:18 GMT

Brain fog is one of the most common symptoms MSers experience.

Tysabri 2

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 02:56:01 GMT

Tysabri part 2. Making the decision to take natalizumab, is not one to be taken lightly. Find out all the facts, then decide if this multiple sclerosis treatment is for you. It may be what you need

Stephen White

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 08:07:46 GMT

Stephen White is a New York Times best-selling author who has MS. His newest psychological thriller, "The Siege" is his 17th in the Dr. Alan Gregory Series. Gregory's wife in the series, also has MS

Stephen White Part 2

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 07:57:41 GMT

Stephen White is a New York Times best-selling author who has MS. Here is the second part of his story. Find out how he manages his MS, and still manages to be a best-selling author.

No newsletter this month

Sat, 01 Aug 2009 19:27:38 GMT

My computer is giving me grief, so I haven't been as active this month. For all new subscribers (and anyone else who'd like to know what they've been missing), click the link below to read the back issues of The MS Experience and click here to subscribe for upcoming issues.
Hopefully we'll be able to remedy the problem for next month's issue. And we would appreciate any suggestions for making the newsletter more reader friendly. Click here to go make a suggestion or leave feedback.

Cir's New Powerchair!

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 03:34:21 GMT

Cir has gotten to the point where a powerchair, not a scooter, is necessary for him to get around the house. The electric scooter he has was made primarily for outdoor use. It has three wheels and a handle bar out in front. It's difficult to turn around inside our apartment.
Cir's powerchair has four functioning wheels plus two more in front to keep him from tipping over. It's made mainly for indoor use. If he has 20", he can turn around.
He is so excited and happy to have it. He has been moving about our apartment quite easily. He can now sit with us at the dining room table without having to transfer from his scooter or the walker to a chair.
In the few days he's had it, he has gotten less fatigued throughout the day. He has more energy for other things that he wants to do.
We'll have more pictures of him in his new Jazzy Select GT, soon. And we'll do a total powerchair review, so check back soon!
The link below opens to another window and a pdf brochure of the Jazzy, if you'd like more info.
Click here for brochure on the Jazzy Select GT

Shop

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 03:05:12 GMT

Come shop with us at our Cafe Press Life in Spite of MS Online Store. T-Shirts, hoodies, teddy bears, water bottles, and more. Check it out and have fun!

ANNE VOLANT ROWLING

Sat, 18 Jul 2009 20:27:45 GMT

MOTHER OF AUTHOR J.K. ROWLING...HARRY POTTER BOOKS. WAS DIAGNOSED AT AGE 34 AND DIED ON 12/30/1990 AT AGE 45 AFTER A LONG BATTLE AND SUFFERING FROM

WORKING AND LIVING WITH MS

Fri, 17 Jul 2009 02:37:09 GMT

TILL I HAD TO QUIT WORK... MY STORY IS PRETTY COMPLEX. I AM 49 YEARS OLD (AND) ABOUT NINE YEARS AGO I STARTED WALKING WITH A LIMP BECAUSE OF MY

Fatigue Part 2

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 06:39:20 GMT

Fatigue Part 2 is the second part of Cir's experience with fatigue and MS. Read about our "picnics" in the bedroom.