I hope not ! Does your doctor seemed concerned that it will? Have your tests shown progression?
May 4
Hopefully not, but 15% of people with ms will progress
May 4
It's a really common and important question. The short answer is: it's possible, but not guaranteed for everyone.
RRMS can transition to secondary progressive MS (SPMS) over time. In SPMS, symptoms gradually worsen rather than coming and going in relapses. About 50% of people with RRMS may progress to SPMS within 10 years Show Full Answer
It's a really common and important question. The short answer is: it's possible, but not guaranteed for everyone.
RRMS can transition to secondary progressive MS (SPMS) over time. In SPMS, symptoms gradually worsen rather than coming and going in relapses. About 50% of people with RRMS may progress to SPMS within 10 years, and around 90% within 25 years — though these figures are based on people not receiving treatment. The good news is that disease-modifying therapies (DMTs) have made a real difference. Starting DMT treatment early can help slow progression and delay or even prevent the transition to SPMS.
Some signs that MS may be shifting toward SPMS include:
- Fewer or no relapses, but symptoms still worsening
- Increased difficulty with walking or mobility
- Growing cognitive challenges (memory, focus)
- Symptoms that no longer fully ease up between flares Everyone's MS journey is different, and there's no way to predict with certainty who will transition to SPMS. Those who experience frequent, severe relapses may be at higher risk.
If any of those signs sound familiar, it's worth having a conversation with your neurology team. They can assess whether your MS is progressing and discuss whether any treatment adjustments might help.
May 3
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