This Is MS Multiple Sclerosis Knowledge & Support Community

General Discussion
If it's on your mind and it has to do with multiple sclerosis in any way, post it here.

Introductions
New members should feel free to introduce themselves here

Drug Pipeline
A board to discuss future MS therapies in early stage (Phase I or II) trials.

Regimens
Tell us what you are using to treat your MS-- and how you are doing.

Undiagnosed
This is the place to ask questions if you have symptoms that suggest MS, but aren't yet diagnosed.

MS Etiology and Pathogenesis
A forum to discuss research on the origins of MS and its development.

Chronic Cerebrospinal Venous Insufficiency (CCSVI)
A forum to discuss Chronic Cerebrospinal Venous Insufficiency and its relationship to Multiple Sclerosis.

Low Dose Naltrexone
A board to discuss Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN) as a treatment for Multiple Sclerosis

Tysabri (Antegren or Natalizumab)
A board to discuss the newly-released drug Tysabri, (formerly known as Antegren) as a treatment for Multiple Sclerosis

Copaxone
A board to discuss the Multiple Sclerosis modifying drug Copaxone

Avonex
A board to discuss the Multiple Sclerosis modifying drug Avonex

Rebif
A board to discuss the Multiple Sclerosis modifying drug Rebif

Novantrone
A board to discuss the Multiple Sclerosis modifying drug Novantrone

Betaseron
A board to discuss the Multiple Sclerosis modifying drug Betaseron

Plegridy
A board to discuss the Multiple Sclerosis modifying drug Plegridy

Aimspro
A forum to discuss Aimspro (Goat Serum) as a possible therapy for MS

Diet
A board to discuss various diet-centered approaches to treating or controlling Multiple Sclerosis, e.g., the Swank Diet

Stem Cells
Discuss stem cells, adult and embryonic, and their therapeutic potential for MS here.

Antibiotics
A forum for the discussion of antibiotics as a potential therapy for MS

Campath (Lemtrada, Alemtuzumab)
A board to discuss the soon-to-be released drug Campath as a treatment for Multiple Sclerosis

Gene Therapy
Discuss topics relevant to gene therapy for MS here

Natural Approach
Discuss herbal therapies, vitamins and minerals, bee stings, etc. here

Biotin (Qizenday, Cerenday, MD1003)
Biotin is an emerging therapy for the treatment of secondary progressive MS.

Coimbra High-Dose Vitamin D Protocol
A forum to discuss the Coimbra Protocol which uses high-dose vitamin D3 to treat multiple sclerosis.

Statins
Discussion of statins (Lipitor, Zocor, etc.) in the treatment of MS.

Tcelna (Tovaxin)
A board to discuss Tcelna as a treatment for Multiple Sclerosis

Revimmune (cyclophosphamide or cytoxan)
A board to discuss Revimmune as a potential therapy for multiple sclerosis

Medical Devices
Discuss physical medical devices that can be used to treat or improve MS symptoms

Rituxan (Rituximab)
A board to discuss the anticipated multiple sclerosis treatment Rituxan.

Ocrevus (Ocrelizumab)
Discuss Ocrelizumab, a monoclonal antibody treatment for MS.

General Medications
A forum to post questions, answers and discussion about general medications not specifically for multiple sclerosis, such as prednisone, painkillers, etc.

Gilenya
Gilenya, or Fingolimod, is the first approved oral disease modifying drug for MS.

Ampyra
Dalfampridine, or Ampyra, is a potassium channel blocker that is shown to improve visual function, motor skills and relieve fatigue in MS patients.

Medical Marijuana
Medical Marijuana in the treatment of Multiple Sclerosis.

Sativex
A cannabis derived drug which has been approved in some countries to treat muscle spasticity.

Tecfidera (BG-12, dimethyl fumarate)
Discuss Tecfidera (BG-12, dimethyl fumarate) as an oral treatment for multiple sclerosis.

Aubagio (teriflunomide)
Aubagio is an oral treatment approved for MS.

Chiropractic Treatment
Discussion of chiropractic methods used to address multiple sclerosis symptoms.

Daily Life
A forum to talk about the general challenges of daily life with MS.

Veterans and MS
A place for discussion related to MS and veterans.

Reading Nook
Discuss your favorite books here

Humor
A board where people can laugh about their day to day experiences with MS, to combat some of the stress that goes with this illness.

Shopping
Post internet shopping deals here, particularly for products useful for MS'ers. NO spamming allowed.

Friends and Family
For questions on how to support loved ones with MS.

Mental & Spiritual Health
Discuss therapy (group & individual), pet therapy, faith, spirituality, and so on here.

Exercise and Physical Therapy
Using exercise and physical therapy for recovery from the effects of MS, and for maintaining physical function.

Under 25 with MS
A forum dedicated to the younger people living with MS reflecting their unique concerns.

MS in the Golden Years
A forum for discussing the unique concerns of senior members of the Multiple Sclerosis "Club."

Parenting Kids With MS
This forum is for parents and caregivers of kids under 21 with MS.

Parents with MS
A forum for parents with multiple sclerosis, and how to cope with family life when a parent has MS.

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