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MS Meds, Explained Like a Human: Part 1

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 13:46:44 -0500

Most people with MS end up on a lot of medication. Mostly prescription.And the wild part is that many of us weren't "pill people" before diagnosis. Maybe the occasional over-the-counter painkiller for a headache, if that. Then MS shows up a...

MS Drug Commercials: Fantasy vs Reality

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 19:54:24 -0500

Let's talk about MS drug commercials — because holy hell, who are these for? Every time one of these things pops up, it looks less like a medical ad and more like a Real Housewives spin-off where everyone happens to have MS, unlimited money...

Sick and Tired of Being Sick and Tired: MS Fatigue

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 12:54:22 -0400

If I had a dollar for every time someone told me to "just get more rest," I'd finally be able to afford the nap I actually need. Spoiler: I'd still wake up and feel like I've ran a marathon in my sleep. MS fatigue isn't normal tiredness. It...

When MS Becomes Your Crappy Boss

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 17:00:00 -0400

I bet I've hidden more dead bodies than you have. I was living in the Seattle area for close to a decade, but decided to move back to where I grew up in Pennsylvania. Once I was settled in, someone asked if I'd be interested in filling in a...

Lhermitte’s Sign: When Bending Your Neck Triggers a Taser

Sun, 25 May 2025 12:02:43 -0400

There's nothing quite like bending your neck and getting zapped in the spine like you pissed off Thor. That, my friends, is Lhermitte's Sign—one of MS's more obnoxious symptoms that shows up uninvited and makes you question reality for a se...

So You Think You Have MS? Queue the Bloodwork Circus

Sun, 27 Apr 2025 08:34:35 -0400

When doctors think you might have Multiple Sclerosis (MS), they don't just roll you into an MRI and call it a day.Nah, first you get tossed headfirst into bloodwork game — because, surprise, your symptoms could be caused by fifty other thin...

Cognitive Fog: 404 Brain Not Found

Sat, 29 Mar 2025 08:49:26 -0400

Back when online gaming first took off—long before MS showed up to crash the party—I always used the gamer tag Error Not Found or Error 404 (depending on character limits). I thought it was clever: a nod to broken websites, digital chaos, a...

MS: The Energy Loan Shark

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 14:12:22 -0500

Living with Multiple Sclerosis means dealing with fatigue that doesn't play fair. It's not just being tired—it's an aggressive, predatory system that if you don't pace yourself and manage your energy, you'll pay for it the next day or days ...

The Worst Superpowers MS Has Given Me

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 05:48:45 -0500

We all know that multiple sclerosis is basically an overachieving chaos generator, hellbent on making life a never-ending game of "Guess What's Gonna Malfunction Today?" But let's be honest—it does hand out some truly unique abilities. If o...

MS Itch: When Your Nerves Are Assholes

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 10:21:27 -0500

The Itch That Defies Logic You know that feeling when you get an itch, and you scratch it, and all is right with the world? Yeah, that's not how MS Itch works. This isn't a mosquito bite. This isn't dry skin. This is your nervous system goi...

MS Brain Fog or Early-Onset Goldfish Syndrome?

Sun, 02 Feb 2025 09:47:52 -0500

Ever walked into a room with confidence, only to immediately forget why you're there? Stood in front of an open fridge, staring blankly at the contents like they might suddenly reveal your missing thought? Congratulations—you might have MS ...

The Great Fatigue Heist: Who Stole My Energy?

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 11:19:17 -0500

Picture this: You wake up after a full night's sleep, expecting to feel at least semi-functional, only to realize that your body has staged a mutiny. Your energy? Gone. Vanished. Stolen like a car in a shady parking lot. MS didn't just pick...

Share Your Laughs: What’s Your Funniest MS Story?

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 07:00:00 -0500

Happy Friday! We often talk about the challenges and tough days that come with living with MS, but there's also a lighter side to life that deserves some spotlight. We all have those moments that are so bizarre, unexpected, or just plain fu...

10 Things I Learned About MS That I Wish I Knew Sooner

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 11:18:36 -0500

Living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is like playing a game where the rules keep changing, and no one bothered to tell you the objective. It's unpredictable, expensive, and exhausting—but hey, at least it keeps life interesting, right?Before...

The Great DMT Debate: What’s Been Your Experience?

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 08:35:08 -0500

Starting a disease-modifying therapy (DMT) is one of the toughest decisions we face after being diagnosed with MS. Let's be real—it's not like we knew what MS was before getting the diagnosis, let alone had a clue about the drug options! An...

I Survived Another MRI: Where’s My Trophy?

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 04:00:00 -0500

Let's talk about MRIs—the loud, claustrophobic rite of passage every MS patient knows all too well. Sure, they're necessary, but that doesn't make them any less absurd. So, grab your grippy socks (we'll get to those later), and let's dive i...

MS and Relationships: The Immune System’s a Third Wheel

Sun, 12 Jan 2025 07:00:00 -0500

Living with MS isn't just a solo act—it's a complicated dance with your immune system that often drags your loved ones onto the floor. Whether it's romantic partners, family, or friends, MS has a sneaky way of inserting itself into your rel...

Doctor Roulette: Winning the Game of Medical Visits

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 07:00:00 -0500

Welcome to the chaotic world of Doctor Roulette, where every spin of the wheel could land you in an MRI machine, a waiting room for three hours, or face-to-face with yet another specialist who may or may not understand MS. This post dives i...

Navigating MS Treatment Costs: Assistance Programs for DMTs

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 07:18:00 -0500

Managing the cost of treatment adds another layer of complexity to the already demanding journey of Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Unfortunately, many MS patients are all too familiar with the frustration of health insurance companies denying med...

12 Things Never to Say to Someone with MS (Unless You Want Violence)

Fri, 03 Jan 2025 07:00:00 -0500

Let's be honest: people say stupid, ignorant shit. Add MS to the mix, and suddenly everyone's an amateur neurologist, motivational speaker, or miracle cure peddler. If you want to keep your friendships (and your teeth), avoid saying these t...