What is Multiple Sclerosis?

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disease affecting the central nervous system. A variety of symptoms are possible, often beginning with periods of flare-ups and remissions.

 

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Finding Strength and Connection in the PPMS Journey

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Navigating the Slow Climb: Our Journey with PPMS Living with Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis (PPMS) can often feel like we are navigating a different world than our peers with relapsing forms of the disease. While many in the MS community

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Last Updated: April 1, 2026