Multiple Sclerosis For Dummies

AvRosalind Kalb,Barbara Giesser

Häftad, Engelska, 2025

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Everyone's MS is different—learn the best way to manage yours Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic, unpredictable autoimmune disease that affects millions of people worldwide. It poses unique challenges for people with MS and their care partners because the symptoms (many of which are invisible to others) are so variable from day to day and month to month. Multiple Sclerosis For Dummies helps you and your loved ones understand the importance of early treatment and become familiar with all of the latest treatment options and therapies. You aren't alone—this compassionate guide includes resources for connecting with the right MS care provider, building a care team, managing your emotions and stress, and getting the support you need. Plus, you'll get tips for making lifestyle choices that help you along your MS path. Discover information on the latest diagnostic information, treatments, and symptom management strategiesLearn why it's so important to take care of your mental health and emotional wellbeing as you treat your MSGet pointers for talking to MS care providers and your loved ones, advocating for yourself, and making decisions alongside your care teamFind trustworthy books, websites, and community resources to expand your knowledge and improve your healthMultiple Sclerosis For Dummies is a great starting point for anyone facing a new MS diagnosis or looking for updated information. Partners and family members will also learn how to care for themselves while caring for the person they love.

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Utgivningsdatum:2025-02-13
Mått:188 x 229 x 25 mm
Vikt:499 g
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Antal sidor:400
Upplaga:3
Förlag:John Wiley & Sons Inc
ISBN:9781394300921

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Rosalind Kalb, PhD, CHC, is a clinical psychologist and lead senior programs consultant at Can Do MS, a health and wellness organization for those affected by MS. Barbara Giesser, MD, is a neurologist and director of the MS Comprehensive Care Clinic at the Pacific Neuroscience Institute. Kathleen Costello, ANP-BC, MSCN, is chief operating officer at Can Do MS.

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Foreword xvIntroduction 1Part 1: When MS Becomes Part of Your Life 5Chapter 1: Meeting MS Face to Face 7Chapter 2: So, What Do I Have? Getting a Diagnosis 25Chapter 3: You Have MS — So Now What? 39Chapter 4: Getting the Right Players on Your Healthcare Team 57Part 2: Taking Charge of Your MS 73Chapter 5: Developing a Plan to Take Charge of Your MS 75Chapter 6: Managing the Disease Course and Treating Relapses 83Chapter 7: Managing Symptoms That Impact Sensation 101Chapter 8: Managing Symptoms That Impact Motor Function 111Chapter 9: Managing Invisible Symptoms 125Part 3: Staying Healthy and Feeling Well 165Chapter 10: Paying Attention to Your Health — It’s Not All about MS 167Chapter 11: Making Healthy Lifestyle Choices 177Chapter 12: Handling Stress without Giving Up Your Life 189Part 4: Managing Lifestyle Issues 203Chapter 13: Presenting Your MS Face to the World 205Chapter 14: Making MS a Part of the Family 219Chapter 15: And Baby Makes Three, Four, or More: Planning a Family around Your MS 241Chapter 16: Parenting: It Wasn’t Easy Before You Had MS! 251Chapter 17: Coping with Progressive Forms of MS 269Part 5: Creating Your Safety Nets 287Chapter 18: Keeping Your Place in the Workforce 289Chapter 19: Getting a Grip on Insurance 305Chapter 20: Planning for a Future with MS 319Part 6: The Part of Tens 333Chapter 21: Ten MS Myths Debunked 335Chapter 22: Ten Tips for Care Partners 341Chapter 23: Ten Tips for Trouble-Free Travel 347Glossary 353Index 365