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15 Multiple Sclerosis-Inspired Tattoos

Getting a tattoo shouldn’tĀ be taken lightly. It’s a piece of art that will be on your body for life and therefore, should represent somethingĀ that’s near and dear to your heart. With that in mind, it’s no surprise that many who suffer from a chronic illness choose to add permanent messages…

Could Muscle Twitches Be a Symptom of MS?

In an article for Living Well, Julia Stachowiak talks about muscle twitches and whether or not they’re a symptomĀ of multiple sclerosis (MS). MORE:Ā Four types of MS-related tremors. Muscle twitches (or fasciculations) are a common symptomĀ in other neurodegenerative diseases, particularly amyotrophic lateral…

4 Types of MS-Related Tremors

Tremors are a common symptomĀ of multiple sclerosis, experienced by around three-quarters of people with the condition, and one that often makes sufferers feel quite self-conscious. For most, the tremors will be mild and occur infrequently, but for some, the tremors may be more severe. There are fourĀ different types of tremors…

4 Ways Ocrevus Can Improve Your Life

It’s been less than a month since Ocrevus was approved by the FDA, and the buzz hasn’t died down. Though there is some trepidation, the MS community is incredibly excited about what the new “game-changing”Ā medication can do for patients all across the country. Here are just a few…

4 Tips for Taking Care of Caregivers

While few of us choose to become caregivers, many of us are faced with the task if a loved one is diagnosed with a chronic disease. The transition is a strange time for everyone involved,Ā as the nature of the relationship changes for both the caregiver and patient. However, it is…

What is Brain Fog?

Brain fog is one of the most common symptoms of many chronic illnesses, includingĀ lupus, multiple sclerosis andĀ fibromyalgia. In this Mind Over Meniere’s video, Glenn describes how brain fog affects him on a daily basis. Discover some Pilates exercises suitable for multiple sclerosis patients.Ā  Brain fog is more…

#Ocrelizumab – How Ocrelizumab Works

Ocrelizumab, an anti-CD20 monoclonal antibody, targets mature B-cells. Almost 95% of the B-cell population has these antigenic epitopes after maturation and does not shed them, which is what makes it a potent marker for therapeutic purposes (cancer being a very common area of interest in this regard). Read more…