Living with Multiple Sclerosis
MS came into my life in 1981 when my left side suddenly went numb. Two days later, the feeling returned and I continued with my life unaware of what this numbness might mean. My next, and most severe symptom, was optic neuritis in 1990 when I suddenly lost vision in my left eye. Thankfully, steroids allowed my sight to return. My eye doctor mentioned that my loss of vision could be an indication of MS, which I chose to ignore. All was quiet again until 1996, when I experienced entirely new symptoms. This led me to a neurologist who confirmed the diagnosis of Relapsing-Remitting MS.>More
Veteran MS Benefits
The VA provides health care services to Veterans with MS from the time of diagnosis throughout their life, whether or not they have a service-connected or non-service connected status.
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Directory of VA MS Centers of Excellence
The VA has a national network of MS Centers of Excellence and specialty clinics. Click the map for a directory.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Should I give flu shots to MS patients on disease modifying treatments?
- Do I retain my medical benefits if I am medically discharged for MS?
- I have diabetes and MS. How is my elgibility level determined?
- Can exposure to Agent Orange indirectly cause Multiple Sclerosis?
- How long after the onset of an exacerbation can steroids be given?
Did you know?
You need to continue medication even when you feel fine. MS may still be active and central nervous system changes may be occuring.
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