Multiple sclerosis (MS) medications, particularly disease-modifying therapies (DMTs) and certain immunosuppressive drugs, can influence the risk of developing cancer, but the relationship is complex and varies depending on the specific medication and individual patient factors. Some MS treatments have been…
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic disease where the immune system attacks the protective covering of nerves, causing communication problems between the brain and body. One of the main challenges in managing MS is preventing relapses—episodes when symptoms suddenly worsen…
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a complex neurological condition that affects the brain and spinal cord, leading to symptoms like muscle weakness, coordination problems, and sometimes disability. One of the most important questions for people living with MS is whether current…
Progressive multiple sclerosis (MS) refers to forms of MS where disability gradually worsens over time, either from the start (primary progressive MS, PPMS) or following an initial relapsing-remitting phase (secondary progressive MS, SPMS). Treating progressive MS is challenging because many…
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic neurological condition that affects the central nervous system, leading to symptoms that can vary widely in severity and progression. One of the most common concerns for people diagnosed with MS is how the disease…
Medications used to treat multiple sclerosis (MS) can have complex effects on fertility, and some MS drugs may potentially cause infertility or impact reproductive health. However, the relationship between MS medications and infertility is not straightforward and depends on the…
The interactions between multiple sclerosis (MS) drugs and antidepressants are complex and important to understand because many people with MS also experience depression, requiring treatment with both types of medications. These interactions can affect how well the drugs work, increase…
Zeposia (ozanimod) is a medication primarily prescribed for treating relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS) and ulcerative colitis (UC). It works by modulating the immune system, specifically targeting certain receptors on immune cells to reduce inflammation and immune activity. When…
Zeposia, also known by its generic name ozanimod, is a medication primarily prescribed to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS). One common concern among patients starting new medications is whether the drug might cause weight gain. Regarding Zeposia, clinical…
Zeposia, also known by its generic name ozanimod, is a medication specifically designed to treat adults with relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS). It offers several important benefits for people living with MS, primarily by targeting the immune system to…