Is Your New Symptom Really MS?

Those of us who live with MS may need to rest more than the general population, to stick to a balanced, nutritious diet, and to care for our entire body. People who are disease-free may be able to get away with haphazard habits, but for those of us with chronic illness, maintaining overall good health can be crucial to the quality of our lives.

For example, it's not a bad idea for a woman with MS to have the regular, recommended gynecological exams, or to see a family practitioner for regular physical check-ups. Your health care professional can advise you of a specific healthcare schedule for your own personal situation. Your doctor may suggest a particular exercise or diet, but have you avoid others. So, it's important to get a professional evaluation before you begin any new diet or exercise.

This experience taught me the importance of "thinking outside the box." Just because a person has MS doesn't mean that the rest of the body should be neglected. The next time I have a symptom, I won't be so tempted to chalk it up to MS. I'll take the time to find out the true source of the problem.

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