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Progressive Forms of MS and Infection Risk

October 13, 2022 by Walter Gefrom Leave a Comment

Progressive forms of Multiple Sclerosis present their own unique challenges and obstacles that are unlikely to be experienced or encountered with equivalent severity in Relapsing Remitting forms. MS Awareness Advocate Walter Gefrom shares new information from a large study that now links progressive MS to greater infection risks.

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There are four common forms of Multiple Sclerosis which patients find their condition categorized into upon diagnosis.  These forms all fall within two larger categories: progressive (PMS) and relapsing-remitting (RRMS).  Often regarded as a snowflake disease, symptom presentation and disease progression is faced uniquely on a sliding scale for each and every patient living with MS.  However, progressive forms of the disease generally entail an accelerated increase of disease progression and disability that is not experienced by individuals with RRMS.  Walter Gefrom has recently read a study in Germany which now points to more difficulties faced by PMS patients on a larger scale than individuals living with RRMS.  Specifically, the study discusses the increased likelihood of serious or life-threatening infections, including infections impacting the urinary tract and reproductive organs.  What was uncovered is that patients with PMS are at a far greater risk of contracting these illnesses than those with RRMS;  furthermore, they are also much more likely to face disease progression acceleration as a result of such infections, which could lead to increased immobility, disability or even death.

Filed Under: Multiple Sclerosis Tagged With: Multiple Sclerosis Awareness, PPMS, Progressive MS, Relapsing-Remitting MS, RRMS, Walter Gefrom

Multiple Sclerosis Fundraiser Dinner

August 17, 2022 by Walter Gefrom Leave a Comment

Mark your calendars for the Multiple Sclerosis Fundraiser Dinner event on Sunday, September 18th at 1 PM in Southwick, MA! Walter Gefrom features the upcoming event:

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Kim’s Cronies, a nonprofit initiative passionate about raising awareness about Multiple Sclerosis, is back after a two year hiatus brought on by the pandemic.  This time around, the nonprofit is hosting a fundraising dinner at the Polish American Club in Southwick, MA on 9/18/22.  Tickets will be $20 for all guests over the age of 13; kids 12 and under eat for free!  There will be tons of delicious food options available, including chicken Francise, pasta and meatballs, pasta with oil, garlic & broccoli and so much more.  A family friendly event, there will also be a field available for kids to play with their frisbees, wiffle ball and bats and more!

Filed Under: Multiple Sclerosis Tagged With: Multiple Sclerosis Awareness, Southwick MA, Walter Gefrom

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