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Opinion check; Should HCPs discuss progression at diagnosis?

Are you the type of person who wants to know all of the facts about progression as early as possible, or would you rather cross that bridge when you get to it? There can be a lot of disparity surrounding the topic of progression, so let us know your thoughts down below 👇 Sharing your opinions c...

Should healthcare professionals discuss progression at diagnosis?

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Poll: Has Shift.ms helped you to connect with like-minded people?

Almost 15 years ago, Shift.ms was founded because of a lack in vital social and emotional support for MSers. Today, we're still trying to make the best community for you. Fill out our poll to let us know whether Shift.ms has helped you ⬇️ PS. Click the link to fill out our annual impact survey an...

Has Shift.ms helped you to connect with like-minded people to speak about your MS?

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@Chooper 

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London Marathon!!

Hi, calling all MSers!! My brother in law is running the London Marathon to raise money for the MS society because of my MS diagnosis. Amazingly the bank he works for is also match funding every donation which is brilliant! If anyone has a spare few pounds and wants to support him to help the MS Soc...

@Paddy 

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Paddy

First ocrevus infusion

Had my 1st ocrevus last week. Happy to say only had a headache and a flushed face the next day and of course felt really tired. 2nd one next week so happy now I know what to expect.
Maidstone, United Kingdom

@CTTuricchi 

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CTTuricchi

Ms and friendships

This is my first time posting on here do il make it short. I have RRMS, almost 10 years now. Mainly affects my legs so I get how I'm abit of a pain to be friends with. My best friend of 18 years dumped me recently and wouldn't give me a proper explanation. Has anyone else had this kind of thing happ...

@Madonna1 

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Madonna1

Hello to all ms users

Hi all, it's been a few months since I was last on this site. There is no excuse, no reason but all the same I am still on Kensimpta and the walking hasn't really improved. My memory is still a blur and understanding of others is not always clear. There are options but it is taking the right one kno...

@KingCorbs24 

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KingCorbs24

Dating someone with MS.

Hello, I recently went on a date with a person who after the second date told me about their MS diagnosis. She is 36 and I'm 33. As soon as I found out I started doing my research. I've spent hours on Google and YouTube. Trying to learn as much as I can about it. My only experience previously wit...

@styubud 

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styubud

Stay on Tecfidera or switch to Vumerity

Had a chat with my MS nurse yesterday (RRMS, 3 years). I get mild flushing with Tec which is a mild inconvenience and uncomfortable for about an hour about 3 x per week, otherwise no side effects. She suggested I switch to Vumerity but having looked up the risks these seem slightly greater ie in t...

@CTTuricchi 

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CTTuricchi

Preparing a wedding....

Getting married in November. Feel like the stress of this won't help the ms... If anyone has any tips or owt on how to deal with it that'd be great, also ways on making it cheaper would be handy too 😂

@Comfortablynumb 

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Comfortablynumb

ANTIBIOTICS/ ANTIVIRALS as a first like of defence.

There are many studies out there looking for the catalyst for MS and quite a few points the finger at a Viral or Bacterial source. The obvious Viral one being Epstein Barr. Epstein Barr can cross the blood brain barrier and trick the immune system into attacking healthy cells studies show. Also, oth...