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First, so sorry for the loss of your husband. Carrying grief while managing MS and everything else you're dealing with — a remodel AND a flood — is an enormous amount for anyone. It makes complete sense that your body is struggling right now.

Stress is a well-known trigger for MS symptoms worsening, and what you're Show Full Answer

First, so sorry for the loss of your husband. Carrying grief while managing MS and everything else you're dealing with — a remodel AND a flood — is an enormous amount for anyone. It makes complete sense that your body is struggling right now.

Stress is a well-known trigger for MS symptoms worsening, and what you're describing — increased fatigue, leg weakness, and cognitive fog — are all recognized signs that a flare may be happening. It's also worth knowing that sometimes symptoms worsen temporarily without it being a true relapse. These are called pseudoexacerbations, and they can be triggered by emotional stress, physical exhaustion, or other external pressures — all of which you're experiencing right now.

A true flare typically involves:
- New or worsening symptoms lasting at least 24–48 hours
- No other obvious cause like infection or fever
- Occurring at least 30 days after a previous flare Some MyMSTeam members have described similar experiences where overwhelming life events seemed to coincide with symptom flares, feeling like their body was reflecting everything their mind was going through.

The most important step right now is to contact your neurologist and describe what you're experiencing. They can help determine whether this is a true relapse, a pseudoexacerbation, or a wearing-off effect between infusions — and adjust your care plan if needed.

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