Symptom Management

Symptoms May Bully Kids with MS

The number of children (under age 18) with MS in the U.S. is estimated to be 8,000 to 10,000. As with adult MS, diagnosis can be difficult.

Perimenopause

Perimeno-pause means ‘around menopause’ and refers to that transitional time when hormonal changes begin and various ‘symptoms’ result.

Another Option for Neurogenic Bladder

It is estimated that 50 to 80 percent of those with MS experience some change in bladder function.

Prevention of Pressure Sores

Contrary to popular belief, it is not MS, but immobility, that creates an increased risk for pressure sores.

Foot Drop and Functional Electrical Stimulation

Foot drop occurs when the peroneal muscle in the front of the calf is weakened, preventing proper lifting of the forefoot and toes during walking.

Coping with Paroxysmal Symptoms

Paroxysmal symptoms are characterized by sudden onset, brief duration, and rapid disappearance.

Spasticity

Spasticity is caused by damage to the brain and/or spinal cord from MS or other conditions.

Reining in Pseudobulbar Affect

PBA is also known as involuntary emotional expression disorder, emotional lability, emotional incontinence, and pathological laughing and crying.