Getting the diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is terrifying. Understanding what that means for your future and sorting through the different treatment options is daunting. What makes matters worse is that the people who are trying to help you in your journey-your doctors, nurses, support groups, pharmacist- are using words that are unfamiliar to […]
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Widespread Use of Marijuana in the American Population As recreational marijuana use has become legalized in many parts of the country, its use as a medicinal therapy has also taken root. The greatest acceptance in the medical community for the use of Cannabis and Cannabinoids has been in the treatment of chronic pain. There
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The field of neurology is complicated due to the complexity of the nervous system, but we at BeCare Link would argue it is the most important system in your body. The way a neurologist approaches their patients by looking for problems with cognition, motor, sensation, balance, walking and more. Once the deficiencies in function are
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What is Shingles? About one in every three Americans will have shingles in their lifetime. Shingles is a painful array of blisters that follow the distribution of a single nerve root on the skin (usually the torso) and are usually one-sided. The blisters usually resolve entirely in two to four weeks. The blisters often are
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Our Three-Part Series on the Nervous System There are many different parts of the nervous system, each with its function and vulnerabilities to damage and disease. This is the first of a three-part blog: This blog gives a basic overview of the nervous system. Next, we will discuss which disease states impact which parts of
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The Future of Neurology: A Podcast with BeCare Link’s Dr. Litchman Emmanuel “Manny” Fombu recently interviewed Chief Medical Officer Charisse Litchman on Bite the Orange‘s podcast. The podcast is focused on the future of healthcare, covering digital innovations and technological advancements. The podcast’s vision is to explore the innovations that will ultimately create a progressive, outcome-based
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While the COVID-19 virus (SARS-CoV-2) public health emergency declaration officially ended this month, on May 11th, the infectious disease has not gone away. Experts say COVID is here to stay. That is especially true for those dealing with the long-term effects of COVID. COVID’s Neurologic Symptoms At initial infection, most people infected with COVID-19 have
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For those dealing with Multiple Sclerosis, every day presents challenges. Some are new challenges; others are recurring. Making the best of a bad situation is a mantra for many MS patients. We have some suggestions to offer on how to make life a little better. Yes, we are past those New Year’s resolutions (which are
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It’s not a surprise that the time with your physician is precious, especially for those dealing with multiple sclerosis. During an appointment with any healthcare provider, the clock is ticking to maximize the amount that can be accomplished in a limited time. According to national data, doctors spend an average of 18 minutes with patients.
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We focus on multiple sclerosis and mental illnesses as we enter May’s Mental Health Awareness Month. In this blog, we cover why people with MS are at high risk of developing mood disorders while suggesting ways to mediate the associated anxiety and depression experienced by many MS patients. Background: Multiple Sclerosis Multiple sclerosis is an
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