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July 28, 2025
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A MyMSTeam Member

The change in the weather yes makes my pain worse
Blessings . ❤️ and

July 28, 2025
A MyMSTeam Member

The heat used to bother me more. I still don’t stay in it very long just incase.

July 31, 2025
A MyMSTeam Member

Ok so this is all weird to me it effects her and I the same accept I am better in week but not hot. I have Spina Bifida so I am trying to learn here by talking but also know like my birth defect everyone is different

July 28, 2025
A MyMSTeam Member

Weather, air pressure and temperature all impact my symptoms enormously. Heat increases fatigue and also neuropathic pain (burning especially). Cold causes intense neuropathic pain. Low air pressure has me laid out - I can feel low air pressure and storms a day ur two before they arrive. I am super sensitive to thermoregulation - half a degree change in temperature affects me.
I use warm rice bags and warm towels when my skin feels freezing cold sensations. I hide under soft blanket, I have soft snood to wear outdoors to try to stop me face from freezing. I use biofreeze and menthol cream for burning sensations.
Hope that is helpful @A MyMSTeam Member
How is your daughter? Is the weather affecting her? 🤗

July 28, 2025
MyMSTeam

Yes, MS symptoms can definitely change with weather conditions. In cold weather, blood vessels near the skin may tighten too much, leading to increased stiffness and muscle cramps. During hot weather, sudden increases in temperature and humidity can actually increase the likelihood of needing medical attention. Here are Show Full Answer

Yes, MS symptoms can definitely change with weather conditions. In cold weather, blood vessels near the skin may tighten too much, leading to increased stiffness and muscle cramps. During hot weather, sudden increases in temperature and humidity can actually increase the likelihood of needing medical attention. Here are some ways to help manage weather-related symptoms:
- Stay inside with air conditioning when it's too hot
- Bundle up and keep extremities warm in cold weather
- Consider vitamin D supplementation (especially in winter months)
- Use SAD lights during darker winter months to help with mood
- Plan activities around weather forecasts

Always check with your daughter's healthcare provider before making any changes to medications or starting supplements.

July 28, 2025

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