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Does multiple sclerosis cause sleep issues? Answer: Your question is a very common one. Please use the search box in the upper right hand corner of this page to search for all that has been written on this site by our MS specialists about sleep issues. Here is one blog to get you started on reading about sleep and MS. http://www.healthcarejourney.com/sleep-issues.html Here is my question:
I recently had an MRI and it showed a lesion on my brain. The neurologist says it might be an early symptom of MS. Is this correct? Answer: The MRI scan alone can not diagnose MS. I'd be cautious about jumping to conclusions. Please see this prior blog about diagnosing MS and the common problem interpreting the significance of abnormal MRI results by a provider that does not have subspecialty training in MS: http://www.healthcarejourney.com/q--a-for-virtual-ms-center/the-diagnosis-of-ms A. Scott Nielsen, MD MMSc Neurologist and MS Specialist at Kaiser Permanente Here is My Question:
How can you control anger if the lesion is on that part of the brain. Answer: My brother in law used to say that anger is extremely useful but requires introspection, discipline and refocusing to apply to positive ends. The first thing you must do with anger is put is aside and contemplate it; not act on it immediately. We do this with kids when we give them a time out or send them to their rooms. This forces them to calm down their emotions and refocus their thoughts and energies. For some people with MS, it can be difficult to refocus and inhibit their initial and subsequent emotional responses to whatever provoked their anger. They need the help and support of those around them, much like a parent provides similar support to a child. Revere (Rip) Kinkel MD Professor of Clinical Neurosciences Director of the Multiple Sclerosis Program Clinical Neurosciences Director University of California San Diego Here is My Question:
I have secondary progressive MS and I'm doing well so I assume its non active...so my question is if there is a link between spirituality and progression? Could it be that MS being a neurological disorder creates hyper sensitivity in the physical body which forces one to listen to their body and manipulate external factors that stimulate that sensitivity and impact them in a negative way..for example I say I can not talk to so and so if I want to keep walking...so is it fair to say we can manage MS symptoms if we take an energy approach to healing? Or is it because I think my MS is non active actually since I've been diagnosed that I don't struggle with severe symptoms or ones I can't manage. Answer: I’m not sure it is important to contemplate the mechanism of your stability. Meditation will allow you to remain mindful and focused on the positive. It will also make it easier to sustain an active and engaging lifestyle. This as well as a good support network will help you remain resilient against any effects of MS on your life. Revere (Rip) Kinkel MD Professor of Clinical Neurosciences Director of the Multiple Sclerosis Program Clinical Neurosciences Director University of California San Diego |
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