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MS: What People Don’t See (Interactive Infographic)

Written by Kelly Crumrin
Updated on September 16, 2024

Below the surface, living with multiple sclerosis (MS) can mean days spent in bed, missed appointments, and alternate days when we seem “fine.” There’s so much more to MS than meets the eye. We know that MS comes with hundreds of possible combinations of symptoms, many of which appear invisible to outsiders. Most people don’t see the many symptoms we experience.

On MyMSTeam, the social network and online support group for people living with multiple sclerosis, members discuss the chronic nature of the disease and its hidden symptoms.

Tap the blue buttons below to learn more about these symptoms of MS.

Updated on September 16, 2024

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I have pins and needles all the time 24/7 on my right side , and the last few months it has started on my left arm now , also I have had seizures come into the mix about 12 years ago , all these… read more

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Exactly True. I Have Had MS 50 Years.

April 25, 2024 by A MyMSTeam Member 7 answers

My Photo/video Is Missing😞 The Blue Buttons For Symptoms Fir MS. Shows Forbidden 403...darn!

August 23, 2024 by A MyMSTeam Member 6 answers

I’ve Been Experiencing Severe Dry Eyes Anyone Have Trouble With This?

August 26, 2024 by A MyMSTeam Member 5 answers
Kelly Crumrin is a senior editor at MyHealthTeam and leads the creation of content that educates and empowers people with chronic illnesses. Learn more about her here.

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