Monthly Archives: December 2006

What’s the Story with Heat and MS?

In multiple sclerosis, the body’s immune system attacks the myelin on the nerves. This myelin is a protective coating that helps the nerves conduct better. After the myelin is damaged, the nerve has a more difficult time conducting signals properly. It is theorized that heat makes it even harder for the nerves to conduct the … Continue reading

Tysabri for Crohn's Disease?

What do you think about Biogen and Elan applying to sell Tysabri as a drug for Crohn’s Disease? According to this article at RebOrbit, that’s exactly what they plan to do. I don’t know about some of you but I am not comfortable with the idea of using Tysabri for MS yet. I think the … Continue reading