Newly diagnosed with MS: What’s next? A good first step after receiving an MS diagnosis is educating yourself about the disease and ways you can manage it, including learning about your healthcare team, treatment options, and available support and financial resources.
Lessons in patience and resilience: A guide for MS caregivers For people who have become caregivers to someone with MS, it can be difficult to know the best ways to support that person. Jenn Powell gives the patient perspective on caregiving, offering some advice and describing the ways her husband helps her on a day-to-day basis.
Your MS healthcare team A comprehensive, coordinated multidisciplinary care approach can help those living with MS better manage it. MS management requires a diverse team of healthcare specialists, from occupational therapists to mental health providers, to treat both the body and mind.
From the front lines: Perspectives on an MS diagnosis For those who have been newly diagnosed with MS, there may be some comfort in hearing from others who have been where they are now. Our columnists share some of their experiences and personal diagnosis stories for those who may be looking for a little help or guidance.
MS treatment explainer for newly diagnosed patients For people recently diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS), understanding the many MS treatments available and the differences between them can be overwhelming. The more information you have, the better prepared you will be to discuss treatment options with your doctor.
Newly diagnosed with MS: 12 questions to ask your doctor Asking your healthcare provider the right questions can be a good first step toward successfully navigating your new life with MS. While not exhaustive, this list can help you start the dialogue with your doctor and gain a fundamental understanding of your condition and how it will affect your life.
Guidelines for MS diagnosis: McDonald criteria An early diagnosis of multiple sclerosis is important but can be challenging. Clinicians use a set of guidelines called the McDonald criteria that incorporate clinical and laboratory evaluations to make a definitive MS diagnosis.
