Tag Archives: exacerbation

Does a “symptom” occuring when you have MS mean the same thing as you experiencing an “exacerbation?”

I am new to M.S. (diagnosed March 07) and still learning more each day. This question seems VERY elementary and I apologize. I have messages into my Neuro, the MSSociety and have read dozens of books, which seem to delve much deeper than something as basic as this. I was diagnosed after an MRI following … Continue reading

I have Multiple Sclerosis and want to know if my immune system is lower during an exacerbation?

I am 26 and was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis about 4 months ago and have been taking Avonex shots once a week since then. I have adjust well to the side effects of the Avonex and generally only have symptoms from my shot within the first 24-48 hours. I have an exacerbation that started about … Continue reading

What is routine for people with Multiple Sclerosis?

I have been diagnosed with MS. WHat shoudl I expect when it comes to visiting the doctor, my neurologist and future MRI’s. How does the Doctor monitor the disease progression? I have Kaiser for my Medical and unfortunate they have not been very informative about what the course of action will be for me beside … Continue reading