We're Probably Going to Cure MS

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You've probably heard of multiple sclerosis, especially if you're a fan of The West Wing. But can we ever cure MS? Yes. But also, no. But also, probably? It's complicated.
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@ShineHatfield

I'm part of a study (called ReVIVE) through University of California in San Francisco that is testing the effectiveness of clemestine fumarate in re-myelinating damaged neurons. I've been participating in various MS studies through them since my diagnosis in 2020. I feel privileged to be contributing to such important research that could change the lives of millions

@eulalia3446

I've had MS for 37 years. I am still able to work, walk and dance. The only times my illness became aggressive was twice when I went on low fat diets (one for weight loss, another time to be a vegan). I now eat an animal based diet and feel pretty good for a person with a long history of MS.

@Rodlaw99

My dad had this disease all his life and died at 44, not knowing exactly what his ms was, this was the most important yet painful video I’ve seen on KZfaq. Thank you Sci-show for sharing this video. I now know a lot more than I ever could find about this disease rip dad. Shout out sci show.

@charlesgrove6905

We understand the difference between curative treatments and a vaccine right???

@VSS1

Why don't people who live near the equator not get MS? EBV virus exists there. Or is it the lack of vitamin D that allows EBV and other viruses to run around unchecked?

@lilithmanson6789

Not me being like "yeah and?" to the part about needing everyone to get the vaccine then remembering what we just got out of and how difficult it was to get anyone to vaccinate against that. 😅

@adristein84

I’m a 40 year old MS patient and was diagnosed 17 years ago. This disease is a curse. You have to live life one day at a time and never know what might happen next. My nerve damage is to the extent that I can’t feel anything from the tips of my toes up to my knees. I can’t feel my fingertips. My doctors are calling it peripheral neuropathy. It’s extremely hard to get around and I have to burden my family with doing things for me that I should be able to do. I’ve tried various treatments that don’t stop the progression of this disease. I’ve come to terms that it will eventually kill me. I wouldn’t wish this curse on anyone.

@austinzizzi1142

I’ve been chronically sick with EBV for 10 years and no one can give me a cure I’m stuck here watching researchers fumble over themselves as my life ticks away

@almostthere3733

Yes, but sounds all PREVENTATIVE, that means vaccinating the masses, and we all know how that goes. We have learnings now from new mRNA technology too that can possibly be applied. What about early indications of MS then RESPONSIVE treatment? Btw my mother-in-law died from MS. It is possible because of lethargy leading to edema, pulmonary congestion, heart failure.

@errhah

Sounds safe and effective

@FittingUsername

I'm 30 now and I got MS at 15. I remember my neurologists back then saying "we don't know where MS comes from, but the research is is really promising".

@ismnotwasm1420

My husband has lived with MS for over 40 years. His first symptoms were when he was 17, he didn’t get officially diagnosed until 10 years later. He is on one of the disease-modifying drugs called Tysobry. It worked for him, his progression was slowed way down. When he was first diagnosed, there was nothing, really, for treatments. . He was diagnosed with secondary progressive and given a prescription for a wheelchair. Many years later, he can still walk for short distances, and he can still drive. They are calling his disease relapsing-remitting now. He has a plethora of symptoms, including pain, tinnitus, fatigue, spasms-the symptom list is quite long, but he functions well and participates in his own life to the best of his ability .

@evertonperk661

I was diagnosed in 2019, when Ocrelizumab was still quite new. With this treatment, coupled with a strict approach to diet and exercise, I have been relapse free since treatment began.

@bass777chick

I am 35 and was diagnosed with MS on Halloween 2019, and have been on all three B-cell targeted DMTs (disease-modifying-therapies): Tysabri, Ocrevus, and currently Kesimpta. It absolutely blows my mind how far research has come with MS treatments even within the last few years, and I am so so so grateful to all the scientists who work on this terrible disease. Thank you SciShow for shedding more light on MS! ❤️

@ali5997

An MS mention on Scishow? My mum has it- great to see it being talked about :)

@LegallyLyric

I’m a 16 year old, diagnosed this year with MS. My mother has it, as well as some aunts on her side. I already use mobility aids in school (cane, crutches), and my symptoms sort of come and go. I love Scishow, and although it’s a lot, and terrifying, it’s awesome to see it talked about on here! It’s a comfort, and I thank you for that. Getting my first infusion of Ocrevus on the 12th! :D

@julie982

I have long been interested in autoimmune diseases, ms is on both sides of my family.

@CyberNeo-Taoist

As a 32 year old MS patient who has had MS for about 14 years and that is very poor living in the U.S. I have accepted and have come to terms with that even if a cure gets created I won't be allowed access to it since everything in this countries healthcare system is entirely based on the weight of your wallet and the size of your bank account. I have accepted this and am trying adapt to and live with the ever changing hardships that RRMS brings along