Sexual difficulties – particularly erectile dysfunction and difficulty reaching orgasm – are common in men with MS. Sexual problems often result from a complex interaction of physical, social, psychological and emotional elements.

Learn about trigeminal neuralgia in multiple sclerosis, a type of facial nerve pain which causes stabbing, shooting or burning sensations down the side of the face. Explore what triggers it and treatment options.

Some people with MS find that extremes of heat or cold make their MS symptoms worse. Here are some tips to help.

Although hearing loss or deafness is not a common symptom of multiple sclerosis, people can experience problems with hearing, such as tinnitus (ringing in the ears) or sudden hearing loss. Other hearing problems that can occur include the difficulty in understanding speech against a noisy background or being more sensitive to noise (hyperacusis).

Learn how MS fatigue differs from regular tiredness and discover practical strategies to manage this common symptom.

Most people experience stress, whether they have MS or not. It's normal to feel anxious or worried from time to time but long-term stress can make your MS symptoms seem worse. Learning to manage your stress is an important part of taking control of your condition.

Learn about nerve (neuropathic) pain and musculoskeletal (nociceptive) pain in MS. Find out how common pain is, the causes and how it can be described.

What is the MS hug? Also called banding or girdling, the MS hug is a symptom of multiple sclerosis where you feel as if you have a tight band or pressure around your chest or ribs. Learn more about the MS hug in this A-Z entry.

What is dysphasia? Dysphasia or aphasia is the medical term for difficulty in finding words or forming sentences. It can be a symptom of multiple sclerosis (MS). Find out more in this A-Z entry.

Dysarthria is a speech disorder that can occur in multiple sclerosis. It is caused by weakness or lack of coordination in the muscles used in speaking.