In this episode of Living Well with MS -- where we explore topics relating to living a full and healthy life with multiple sclerosis -- we are pleased to welcome Dr Jonny White as our guest! Jonny lives with MS and is an Overcoming MS Facilitator and the charity’s medical advisor.
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01:13 Understanding Steroids and Their Role in MS Relapses
03:55 Disease Modifying Therapies: An Overview
05:51 First Generation DMTs: Interferons and Copaxone
09:49 Second Generation DMTs: Advancements and Efficacy
15:34 High Efficacy DMTs: Tysabri and Beyond
20:15 Emerging Treatments and Their Implications
25:37 Symptom Management: Addressing Fatigue and Spasticity
29:48 The Role of Lifestyle in MS Management
34:45 Future Directions in MS Treatment
36:11 Understanding Myelination and Remyelination
41:11 Exploring the Role of Epstein-Barr Virus in MS
44:02 Navigating Treatment Options and Clinical Trials
51:29 Making Informed Decisions Post-Diagnosis
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