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MS Relapse Toolkit

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Helpful tools for understanding MS relapses, learning about treatments, and preparing for these unexpected flare-ups in disease activity

Written by: Aaron Boster, MD and Jacqueline A. Nicholas, MD, MPH
Reviewed by: Barry A. Hendin, MD, MSAA Chief Medical Officer
Edited by: Jack Burks, MD; Susan Courtney; and Lauren Hooper

Table of Contents

  • Introduction
  • What is an MS relapse?
  • What is a “pseudoexacerbation”?
  • What are the common symptoms of an MS relapse?
  • Is this a relapse or a pseudoexacerbation?
  • Questions to ask when developing a plan with your healthcare team
  • Medical Team Information
  • Contact information for your support team of family and friends
  • Medication List
  • What should you tell your doctor when you call?
  • What should you expect when you see your neurologist?
  • Treatment Options
  • In what other ways can you plan in advance for a relapse?
  • MS Relapse Crossword Puzzle

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