Multiple sclerosis is a neurological disease affecting over two million people in the world. It involves the central nervous system and causes nerve impulses to slow down or stop. It is episodic with periods of remission when you can feel better and periods during which the symptoms increase. Sometimes, it can seriously affect your quality of life, but at others you can lead a relatively normal life.

The most common symptoms are: loss of balance, muscle spasms, difficulty in coordinating movement, tingling or tremors, problems when urinating or in the intestine, impaired vision, respiratory problems, memory loss and depression, among others.

There is no cure but there are many forms of treatment to minimise symptoms and improve one’s quality of life. From physiotherapy, rehabilitation and medication for the spasms and fatigue, treatment for depression, support groups, workshops and social work.

On the occasion of the World Multiple Sclerosis Day, which is held on 27 May, we would like to campaign to help all those affected, and raise awareness and funds for research and treatment with an aim to beating this disease (#strongerthanMS).

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