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Join us at our MS Mission Possible Support Group, every second Wednesday, as we welcome motivational speakers, Physicians and other friends who help make life with MS easier. The meetings will start at 6:00 pm Come early for food and refreshments and a chance to socialize with everyone in attendance. August 10th, 2016. Group Meeting at Tin Fish Restaurant Tinley Park - Dr. Javed, University of Chicago, speaks on Aubagio - New MS Medicine - RSVP required! September 14th, 2016. October 12th, 2016.
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MS affects each person differently so understanding the basics about MS is just the first step in learning how to live. MS Learning all you can about MS will help you better evaluate your options for managing symptoms, treatments, coordination with your health care team, and living well with your MS. In our medical resources you can explore:. What are the symptoms of MS. What are the treatments for MS? Looking for a doctor? Review the profiles of some we recommend. 2011 MS Mission Possible.
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Having a happy and productive life with MS is possible. Our mission is to join together with like-minded people to support each other on our journey living with MS. With the support of those living with MS, family, friends and caretakers, life with MS is Mission Possible. Stay tuned to our website, MSMissionPossible as we update and create meaningful content to create a forum of support. 2011 MS Mission Possible.
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There is no known cure for multiple sclerosis at this time. However, there are therapies that may slow the disease. The goal of treatment is to control symptoms and help you maintain a normal quality of life. Medications used to slow the progression of multiple sclerosis are taken on a long-term basis, they include:. Interferons (Avonex, Betaseron, or Rebif), glatiramer acetate (Copaxone), mitoxantrone (Novantrone), and natalizumab (Tysabri). Steroids may be used to decrease the severity of attacks.
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Focus on enjoying the day. Fatigue is one of the most common symptoms of multiple sclerosis. About 80% of people with MS have fatigue, and about half say it's their worst symptom. Fatigue can be caused by many things, from trouble sleeping, to depression, to lack of muscular strength. MS fatigue tends to get worse as the day goes on, so try to tackle more difficult tasks in the morning. Heat and humidity can make MS fatigue worse, so think about the weather when you make plans and try to stay cool. Troub...
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Multiple sclerosis (MS) affects women more than men. The disorder is most commonly diagnosed between ages 20 and 40, but can be seen at any age. MS is caused by damage to the myelin sheath, the protective covering that surrounds nerve cells. When this nerve covering is damaged, nerve impulses are slowed down or stopped. People with a family history of MS and those who live in a geographical area where MS is more common have a slightly higher risk of the disease. MS is known to occur more frequently in ar...
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Having a happy and productive life with MS is possible. Our mission is to join together with like-minded people to support each other on our journey living with MS. With the support of those living with MS, family, friends and caretakers, life with MS is Mission Possible. Stay tuned to our website, MSMissionPossible as we update and create meaningful content to create a forum of support. 2011 MS Mission Possible.
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What is MS? | MSMission Possible | South Suburban Chicago Region | MS Support Group
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MS is Thought to be an Autoimmune Disease. Most people with MS learn to cope with the disease and continue to lead satisfying, productive lives. The Four Courses of MS. People with MS can typically experience one of four disease courses, each of which might be mild, moderate, or severe. Following an initial period of relapsing-remitting MS, many people develop a secondary-progressive disease course in which the disease worsens more steadily, with or without occasional flare-ups, minor recoveries (remissi...
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Click image for larger version. Sylvia Kemp and Terry Brown. Sylvia and Bob Kemp. 2011 MS Mission Possible.
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