#111: Pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding with multiple sclerosis—my personal experiences
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Learn more about my experiences with pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum, prenatal classes, and breastfeeding with multiple sclerosis. You can read through the complete post on my blog: Today, I’m sharing my experiences of pregnancy, birth preparation, giving birth, the postpartum period, and breastfeeding with MS. I’ve now had the privilege of experiencing this exciting time twice. Fortunately, everything went quite smoothly for me, and I want to encourage you to fulfill your dream of having children if that’s what you want. Are you currently thinking about having children or...
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#110: 10 things you should know about MRI scans for MS
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Neuroradiologist Prof. Mike Wattjes explains in easy-to-understand terms what you need to know about MRI scans for MS. You can read through the transcript here: This time, I have translated the original German interview with Prof. Dr. Mike P. Wattjes on the importance of MRI as an imaging technique for diagnosis, progression assessment, therapy decisions, and monitoring of disease-modifying therapies in MS patients into English. Prof. Wattjes is the lead author of the MAGNIMS Guideline 2021, which provides global recommendations and standards for MRI examinations in people with...
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#109: Understanding Cognitive Reserve and Its Role in Multiple Sclerosis
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Cognitive reserve is important for PwMS as it can compensate damage caused by MS to a certain amount. Learn how to measure and improve it. You can read through the complete article on my blog: I often talk about the cognitive reserve in my podcast and blog posts. When it is used up, the brain can no longer compensate for any damage that occurs. However, it is more of a concept and not that easy to grasp, this cognitive reserve, and of course it can also be used up in other ways. So it’s time to take a closer look at it. How can you measure it and what do you do with the result?...
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#108: How you can use ChatGPT (or another AI) to prepare for the doctor’s consultation
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Find out how AI can help you to get a more structured doctor's appointment that allows you to address all important points. You can read through the article or copy the prompts and replacing the details with your symptoms and request: Today, I’ll show you how you can use AI, for example ChatGPT, to better prepare for your doctor’s appointment. I visit the MS Center in Dresden, Germany, once every quarter, and in all these years, it has happened often enough that I forgot to address important topics. There were different reasons for this. You probably know the feeling. When...
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#107: LGBTQ+ and MS: The Fight for Inclusive and Equitable Care with Dr. William Conte
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Dr. William Conte talks about the challenges and opportunities for LGBTQ+ people with MS – and how inclusive, empathetic care can succeed. You can find the transcript on my blog: How do LGBTQ+ people with multiple sclerosis experience the healthcare system – and where do they encounter hurdles that often remain invisible? In this special episode, I talk to Dr. William Conte, a neuroimmunologist and member of the LGBTQ+ community himself, about a lack of representation, medical trust, mental health and the importance of affirmative, inclusive care. Dr. Conte brings not only...
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#106: Trigeminal neuralgia and MS – an invisible challenge. Interview with Dr. Monika Köchling
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MS patients can also suffer from trigeminal neuralgia, which is very painful. Dr. Köchling explains the treatment. Translated interview. You can read the full article including the treatment details on my blog: This time, I've translated the German interview with Dr. Monika Köchling about the causes and treatment options for trigeminal neuralgia. Since this form of facial pain can lead to extreme restrictions in the quality of life, it is extremely important to treat it. The good news is that there are many approaches to controlling the pain or even getting rid of it completely....
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#105: The Sumaira Foundation & NMO: How One Woman’s Journey is Changing Lives Worldwide
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Sumaira Ahmed turned her NMOSD diagnosis into a global movement, founding The Sumaira Foundation to support patients and drive research. You can read through all questions and answers on my blog: Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder (NMOSD) is a rare autoimmune disease that can feel isolating and overwhelming. But for Sumaira Ahmed, her diagnosis became the spark that ignited a global movement. In this episode, we dive into her personal journey with NMO, the challenges she faced, and the resilience that led her to create The Sumaira Foundation (TSF)—an...
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#104: Leveraging AI in MS Care and Shared Decision-Making with Dr. Stefan Ebener
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AI is transforming Multiple Sclerosis (MS) care by enhancing Shared Decision-Making (SDM), improving diagnosis, personalizing treatments, and empowering patients—discover the future of AI in MS with Dr. Stefan Ebener. You can read the short version of the interview on my blog: Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the management of multiple sclerosis (MS), particularly in shared decision-making (SDM) between patients and healthcare professionals. From early diagnosis and personalized treatment recommendations to improving doctor-patient communication, AI-driven...
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#103: Can epigenetic research transform MS treatment? Insights into DNA methylation and MS progression with Dr. Majid Pahlevan Kakhki
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Discover how epigenetic research is transforming multiple sclerosis treatment by uncovering the role of DNA methylation, gene regulation, and potential new therapies for MS progression. You can read through all questions and answers on my blog: Have you ever wondered how epigenetic mechanisms influence multiple sclerosis (MS) progression and why some people experience rapid disease worsening while others have a milder course? Could there be hidden biological switches beyond genetics affecting MS? In this deep dive, I explore the fascinating world of epigenetics with Dr. Majid...
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