Multiple sclerosis is a lifelong condition which affects the central nervous system (the brain and spinal cord). In relapsing remitting MS (RRMS), new symptoms appear or become significantly worse for a period of time. This is known as a relapse. In between relapses are periods of remission where you may have no symptoms, or your symptoms are relatively stable.

What is pregabalin? Pregabalin is a drug used in the treatment of neuropathic or nerve pain associated with a number of conditions including multiple sclerosis (MS). Learn more about this drug in this A-Z entry.

Lipoic acid (also known as alpha lipoic acid) is being tested as a treatment for secondary and primary progressive multiple sclerosis (MS). It is taken as a tablet once daily.

How benefits can help ease money worries and boost everyday life if you are impacted by MS.

Nocturia is the need to wake up multiple times during the night to empty your bladder. It can be common in multiple sclerosis (MS), particularly if you need to use the toilet often during the day (frequency) or if you have difficulty emptying your bladder.

Whole body vibration therapy (WBV) involves doing exercises on a vibrating platform. Research in the general population suggests that the benefits of exercise are achieved in less time when using vibration therapy.

Because of the wide range of possible symptoms of multiple sclerosis, you may see a number of different health professionals. Who you see depends on how active your MS is, what symptoms you have, what treatments are available and the way that the local MS service works.

MD1003 is a highly concentrated formulation of biotin that was investigated for secondary and primary progressive multiple sclerosis (MS). Clinical trials did not show an improvement in disability or slowing down of progression. Learn more in this A-Z entry.

Here are some suggestions on how you can make the most of your appointments with health professionals in your MS team.