Multiple Sclerosis MS
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a condition that affects areas of the brain and spinal cord resulting in a wide range of symptoms. MS is a lifetime condition and its symptoms vary from person to person from changes in sensation, sight problems to muscle weakness, depression and difficulties with coordination and speech, although it is often possible to treat the condition and research is very much ongoing.Multiple sclerosis is also sometimes known as disseminated sclerosis or encephalomyelitis disseminata.
MS is a chronic disease that affects the central nervous system (CNS) and is triggered when the immune system breaks down and mistakenly attacks the healthy areas of the body. Famous people with varying degrees of MS include Jack Osbourne, Richard Pryor, Montel Williams and Country and Western star Clay Walker. Find a range of multiple sclerosis (MS) Internet resources, information and support sites listed in this busy area of ABLEize that also provide details of the official symptom, how the condition is diagnosed, treatment and support.
Offering news events and research details and support for those affected by Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Also include information for anybody caring for somebody with MS.
Personal website of Patrick Burke diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis at the age of 41. Read details of his life along with product reviews designed to assist the MS sufferer.
Dedicated to highlighting multiple sclerosis research, trials and studies with featured posts and a host of related MS information and resources.
An updated area of the popular BBC news online pages highlighting recent stories concerning MS including studies, research and treatment details. Includes video newsreels.
MARS MS Foundation is a U.S. based charity which has donated over $100,000 toward real medical research aiming at finding a cure for MS. Site provides research news and details of events taking place along with information about how to donate to this worthy cause.
A dedicated MS blog that answers many questions as well as offering information, product reviews and readers stories. Worth a read.
Providing updated news stories in all areas of multiple sclerosis from personal events through to research and related stories from the Daily Mirror online MS pages.
The Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Society Scotland provides information and advice with publication and a list of Scottish branches.
An active multiple sclerosis discussion forum providing questions and answers in all areas of MS along with information for anybody recently diagnosed. Requires registration to post.
Hertfordshire based charity providing MS news, research updates and offering information to multiple sclerosis sufferers as well as healthcare professionals. Offers a free phone help line.
Committed to supporting anyone affected by Multiple Sclerosis. Includes MS details, news, chat and guestbook facilities plus a 24hr counselling service.
A Multiple Sclerosis research and information site providing details of available human tissue available for research purposes. Provides articles, links of Interest and details of how to donate tissue.
An informative site offering details of MS causes, genetic factors, symptoms and the nervous system.